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voltzite

noun
voltz·​ite | \ ˈvältËŒsÄ«t\
plural -s

Definition of voltzite

: a mineral Zn5OS4 consisting of a zinc oxysulfide and occurring in implanted spherical globules of a yellowish or reddish color

History and Etymology for voltzite

German voltzit, from Philippe L. Voltz †1840 French mining engineer + German -it -ite

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