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pyrolusite

pyrolusite

9.9
A black or dark gray mineral used as a main source of manganese
  • noun
  • /ˌpaɪrəˈluːsaɪt/
  • Specialized
: pirolusita
  • The ore samples were rich in pyrolusite, making them valuable for industrial use.

Examples

  • Large deposits of pyrolusite have been discovered in several parts of the world.

  • The geologist found a sample of pyrolusite in the cave.

  • Chemists use pyrolusite as a primary source for extracting pure manganese.

  • Is pyrolusite used in steel production?

  • Chemists use pyrolusite as a primary source for extracting pure manganese.

  • Large deposits of pyrolusite have been discovered in several parts of the world.

  • The ore samples were rich in pyrolusite, which made them valuable for industrial use.

Surface Forms

pyrolusite singular
pyrolusites plural

Etymology

Pyrolusite comes from Greek parts pyro- meaning 'fire' and luo meaning 'to wash' or 'loosen'. That's why the name gives the idea of a mineral worked by heat, and it fits: pyrolusite is a dark mineral used in hot glass and metal work and as a main source of manganese.