furnacite

/ˈfɜrnəsaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a rare mineral consisting of a hydrous silicate of iron and manganese, occurring in hydrothermal veins.

“Furnacite was discovered in the region due to its high concentration of iron and manganese.”

Synonyms

  • mineral
  • ore

Antonyms

  • nonmetallic mineral
  • nonmetallic ore