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aragonite

Pronunciation: /ˈarəg(ə)nʌɪt/

Definition of aragonite

noun

[mass noun]
  • a mineral consisting of calcium carbonate and typically occurring as colourless prisms in deposits from hot springs.

Origin:

early 19th century: from the place name Aragon + -ite1

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