olivenite
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A rare green to black mineral that contains copper and arsenic and forms near copper ore
- noun
- /ˈɒlɪvəˌnaɪt/
- Specialized
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olivenita
- The bright green crystals were identified as olivenite by the mineralogist.
Examples
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Olivenite forms in the oxidized zones of copper ore deposits.
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Samples of olivenite are often sought after by collectors.
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The geologist discovered a rare olivenite specimen.
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Many olivenites were found during the excavation.
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Miners collected samples of olivenite because of its unique green color.
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The mineral olivenite is prized for its vibrant hue and rarity.
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Geologists often study olivenite to understand its formation in copper deposits.
Surface Forms
olivenite singular
olivenites plural
Etymology
Olivenite comes from the English word olive meaning 'olive', the fruit and its green color, plus the common mineral ending -ite meaning 'rock' or 'mineral'. So olivenite literally means an 'olive-colored mineral', which fits its green to black appearance.
