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sturtite

noun
sturt·​ite | \ ˈstÉ™rtˌīt\
plural -s

Definition of sturtite

: a mineral Mn3FeSi4O11(OH)3.10H2O(?) consisting of a rare hydrous silicate of iron, manganese, calcium, and magnesium and occurring in black compact masses

History and Etymology for sturtite

Charles Sturt †1869 English explorer + English -ite

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