Barnhardtite

/ˈbɑrnhɑrdtˌaɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare mineral of lead and iron, named after the place or person associated with its discovery.

Etymology

From a proper name (Barnhardt) plus the mineralogical suffix -ite used for naming minerals, following the convention of honoring discoverers.

Kelly Says

Minerals named with -ite suffixes honor people and places—barnhardtite is one of thousands of minerals with person-based names, making the mineral kingdom a kind of geological hall of fame!

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