iddingsite

noun
id·​dings·​ite | \ ˈidiŋˌzīt\
plural -s

Definition of iddingsite

: a mineral consisting of a silicate of calcium, magnesium, and iron of doubtful composition and forming pseudomorphs after olivine

First Known Use of iddingsite

1893, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for iddingsite

Joseph P. Iddings †1920 American geologist + English -ite

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