MELANTERITE

Noun

melanterite (countable and uncountable, plural melanterites)

(mineral) a widespread green, mostly fibrous mineral composed of hydrated ferrous sulphate

Synonyms

• iron vitriol

Source: Wiktionary


Me*lan"ter*ite, n. (Min.)

Definition: A hydrous sulphate of iron of a green color and vitreous luster; iron vitriol.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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