TRIPLITE

Noun

triplite (countable and uncountable, plural triplites)

(mineral) A rare manganese-bearing phosphate mineral.

Source: Wiktionary


Trip"lite, n. Etym: [Cf. F. triplite. See Triple.] (Min.)

Definition: A mineral of a dark brown color, generally with a fibrous, massive structure. It is a fluophosphate of iron and manganese.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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