stannite

/ˈstænaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A sulfide mineral consisting of copper, iron, and tin; copper iron tin sulfide.

“The geologist discovered stannite in the newly excavated mine.”

2. chemistry

A chemical compound with the formula Cu2FeSnS4.

“The chemist studied the crystal structure of stannite in the lab.”

Synonyms

  • chalcopyrite
  • pyrargyrite