Bilinite

/ˈbaɪ.lɪ.naɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare mineralogical term or a chemical compound derived from bile-related substances with a crystalline structure.

Etymology

From Latin 'bilis' (bile) + '-ite' (mineral suffix), following the pattern of mineral names like 'calcite' and 'felsite,' though this term is extremely uncommon.

Kelly Says

The '-ite' suffix is how scientists name minerals and rocks—if you find a new crystal in a cave, you get to name it something-ite, which sounds pretty cool!

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