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andrewsite

noun
an·​drews·​ite | \ ˈan(ËŒ)drüˌzÄ«t\
plural -s

Definition of andrewsite

: a mineral consisting of a hydrous phosphate of copper and iron (Cu, FeII)3Fe6III(PO4)4(OH)12

First Known Use of andrewsite

1871, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for andrewsite

Thomas Andrews †1885 Irish chemist + English -ite

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