Hematitic

/ˌhɛməˈtɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, containing, or composed of hematite mineral.

Etymology

From 'hematite' + '-ic' suffix meaning 'of or relating to.' Standard mineralogical terminology for describing rocks or ores that contain hematite.

Kelly Says

Geologists use 'hematitic' to describe certain rocks that are rich in iron oxide, and these rocks are red flags (literally!) that an area might be valuable for mining!

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