Algodonite

/ˌælɡoʊˈdoʊnaɪt/ noun

A rare copper-tin mineral that is typically found in ore deposits, appearing as metallic crystals or masses.

Named using the '-ite' suffix (standard for minerals) and possibly derived from 'algodon' or a geographic location name. Many minerals are named after places or people, and this naming convention developed in mineralogy during the 19th century.

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