Berthierite

/bɛrˈθɪəraɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare iron sulfide mineral with a complex crystal structure, found in specific geological formations.

Etymology

A mineral named after a scientist or notable person, following standard mineralogical nomenclature conventions where minerals are named to honor discoverers or contributors to geology.

Kelly Says

Berthierite belongs to the world of 'Type specimens'—a single perfect crystal sample of this mineral is preserved in museums as the reference against which all other berthierite samples are compared!

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