cerargyrite

/sɛrɑrˈdʒaɪraɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A silver halide mineral, AgCl, found in hydrothermal veins and in salt deposits, often forming crystals with a yellowish or brownish tint.

“The geologist studied the cerargyrite crystals in the mine to determine their composition and origin.”

Synonyms

  • silver chloride