Frieseite

/friːˈzeɪ.aɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare mineral, specifically a sulfate mineral found in certain geological formations.

Etymology

Named after mineralogist character or location, with the '-ite' mineral suffix. Follows the convention of naming minerals after their discoverers or geographic sources.

Kelly Says

Frieseite is so obscure that even mineral collectors rarely encounter it—there are thousands of named minerals that fewer than ten specimens exist of, making them less common than some dinosaurs.

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