Epiboulangerite

/ˌɛpɪbuːˈlændʒəraɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare sulfosalt mineral containing copper, lead, and other elements, related to boulangerite.

Etymology

From epi- (upon, indicating a secondary form) + boulangerite (a mineral named after Jean-Baptiste Boulangerite). The prefix indicates it's a variant or alteration of the original mineral.

Kelly Says

Epiboulangerite shows how minerals can be altered by heat and pressure deep in the Earth—it's like nature creating a sequel mineral from an original rock!

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.