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wardite

noun
ward·​ite | \ ˈwȯrˌdīt\
plural -s

Definition of wardite

: a mineral Na4CaAl12(PO4)8(OH)18.6H2O consisting of a hydrous basic sodium, calcium, and aluminum phosphate and occurring in green concretionary masses (hardness 5, specific gravity 2.8)

History and Etymology for wardite

Henry A. Ward †1906 American naturalist + English -ite

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