alloclasite
|al-lo-cla-site|
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/ˌæloʊˈkleɪsaɪt/
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/ˌæləʊˈkleɪsaɪt/
distinct cleavage mineral
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alloclasite' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'allos' meaning 'other' and 'klasis' meaning 'breaking', referring to its distinct cleavage properties.
Historical Evolution
'alloclasite' was directly adopted into English from its Greek roots without significant transformation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a mineral with unique cleavage properties, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rare mineral composed of cobalt, arsenic, and sulfur, typically found in hydrothermal veins.
Alloclasite is often associated with other cobalt minerals.
Last updated: 2025/06/27 18:51