Gibbsites

/ˈɡɪbsaɪts/ noun

Definition

Plural of gibbsite; multiple samples or specimens of this aluminum hydroxide mineral.

Etymology

From gibbsite + plural -s. In mineralogy, when referring to multiple samples or varieties of the same mineral, the plural form is used in technical descriptions.

Kelly Says

Mineralogists might discuss different 'gibbsites' from various deposits around the world, each with subtle differences in crystal structure and purity.

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