chrysogen

/krɪˈsoʊdʒən/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of gold-producing bacterium

“The researchers studied the unique properties of the chrysogen found in the mine’s water source.”

2. adjective

Producing or relating to gold

“The chrysogen properties of the ore made it highly valuable to the mining company.”

Synonyms

  • auriferous
  • chrysolite

Antonyms

  • antimonic
  • base