meionite

/ˈmiːoʊnaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral, a phosphate of aluminium, with the chemical formula Al6(PO4)3(OH)3·9H2O, that occurs in some kaolin deposits.

“The geologist studied the meionite crystals found in the newly discovered mine.”

Synonyms

  • aluminophosphate
  • alunite

Antonyms

  • oxide