whewellite

/ˌhjuːɪˈwɛlɪt/ or /ˌhjuːɪˈwɛlɪt/; (see note)

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral, calcium oxalate dihydrate, found in cavities of limestone and other rocks.

“The geologist discovered a sample of whewellite in the newly excavated cave.”

Synonyms

  • calcium oxalate
  • oxalate

Antonyms

  • acid