Erythritic

/ɛrɪˈθrɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or containing erythrite mineral; having the properties or characteristics of erythrite.

Etymology

From 'erythrite' with the adjectival suffix '-ic.' Used in mineralogy to describe rocks and deposits containing erythrite.

Kelly Says

Erythritic is the mineralogist's way of saying 'this rock has that pretty pink cobalt mineral in it'—it's less about color and more about mineral composition, making it useful for identifying ore deposits.

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