wavellite

noun
wa·​vell·​ite | \ ˈwāvəˌlīt\
plural -s

Definition of wavellite

: a mineral Al3(PO4)2(OH)3.5H2O consisting of a hydrous basic aluminum phosphate and occurring usually in hemispherical radiated aggregates varying from white to yellow, green, or black

History and Etymology for wavellite

William Wavell †1829 English physician + English -ite

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