Alloclasite

/ˌæloʊˈkleɪsaɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare iron arsenide mineral that typically displays a metallic gray or silvery appearance.

Etymology

From alloclase + -ite (mineral suffix). Named as a variant or related species to alloclase, likely with different crystalline structure or composition.

Kelly Says

This mineral is so obscure that even museum mineralogists rarely encounter it, making each specimen a precious discovery for collectors!

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