sphalerite

English

noun
Definitions
  • (mineral) A yellow, brown or black, sometimes red, green white or colorless mineral with cubic crystals, of a chemical formula (Zn,Fe)S, often containing also minor metals, such as cadmium, gallium, germanium and indium.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek σφαλερός (treacherous).

Origin

Ancient Greek

σφαλερός

Gloss

treacherous

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