MASCAGNIN

Mas*ca"gnin, Mas*ca"gnite, n. Etym: [Cf. F. mascagnin.] (Min.)

Definition: Native sulphate of ammonia, found in volcanic districts; -- so named from Mascagni, who discovered it.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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