A green variety of spinel mineral that contains chromium or other elements, valued as a gemstone.
From chloro- (green) plus spinel (a precious mineral), named for the green coloration caused by trace elements.
Chlorospinel gems show how trace elements can utterly transform a mineral's value and beauty—a few atoms of chromium mixed into a crystal lattice can create emerald-like jewels worth thousands of dollars!
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