iridosmine

/ɪrɪdəsmiːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral species of silver iodide.

“The geologist studied iridosmine in the ancient mine.”

2. noun

A brilliant, iridescent, or rainbow-colored mineral, often found in quartz.

“The iridosmine crystals sparkled in the museum’s display case.”

Synonyms

  • iridescent mineral
  • silver iodide

Antonyms

  • non-iridescent substance
  • opaque mineral