ferberite

/ˈfɜrbɛraɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral species, particularly a manganese iron silicate with a tetrahedral iron-oxygen group.

“The geologist studied the properties of ferberite in the newly discovered mine.”

Synonyms

  • manganese iron silicate
  • tetrahedral iron-oxygen mineral

Antonyms

  • oxide mineral