Ehlite

/ˈeɪ.laɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare mineral, a tungstate of lead and calcium, found in certain geological formations.

Etymology

Named after Hermann Ehle or possibly from a related German name, following the mineralogical convention of naming minerals after the people who discover them or significant figures in geology.

Kelly Says

Ehlite is so rare that most geology students never see a real sample—it's primarily found in a few locations worldwide, making specimens extremely valuable to mineral collectors who spend years tracking down every officially recognized mineral.

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