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gothite

gothite

9.9
A red, yellow, or brown mineral that forms part of rust
  • noun
  • /ˈɡoʊˌtaɪt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : gothita
  • The mineral gothite is often found in the oxidized zones of iron ore deposits.

Examples

  • Scientists studied the reddish-brown streak left by gothite on a porcelain plate.

  • Due to its iron content, gothite is an important source of pigment in natural paints.

  • The geologist discovered a large sample of gothite in the cave.

  • Many gothites were found during the excavation.

  • Due to its iron content, gothite is an important source of pigment in natural paints.

  • The mineral gothite is often found in the oxidized zones of iron ore deposits.

  • Scientists studied the reddish-brown streak left by gothite on a porcelain plate.

Synonyms

goethite
vsgothite
  • Specialized
9.9

A red, yellow, or brown mineral made of iron and oxygen often found in rust

includes hydroxide as well rather than being only the oxide form

Surface Forms

gothite singular
gothites plural

Etymology

Gothite is often spelled goethite and is named after the German writer Goethe, who loved studying nature, so a helpful way to remember it is to think of his name on a brown, 'rust-like' rock. So, gothite means a red-brown iron mineral, like 'rust'.