kupfferite

/ˈkʌpfəraɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare iron(II) phosphate mineral with the chemical formula Fe3(PO4)2·8H2O, often found in sedimentary and metamorphic rocks.

“The geologist carefully examined the kupfferite specimen to understand its geological formation process.”

Synonyms

  • iron phosphate
  • iron(II) phosphate

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate