celadonite

/səˈlædənɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral species of glauconite, a blue-green to greenish-gray, hydrated iron-rich silicate of potassium, often found in association with glauconite and other heavy minerals.

“The geologist studied the unique properties of celadonite found in the rock formation.”

Synonyms

  • glauconite
  • potassium iron phyllosilicate