Anglesite

/ˈæŋɡəlˌsaɪt/ noun

A lead sulfate mineral (PbSO₄) that is white, gray, or pale blue and is often found in oxidized zones of lead deposits.

Named after Anglesey, an island in Wales where it was first identified and studied. The '-ite' suffix is standard in mineral nomenclature, honoring the location of discovery.

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