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lepidocrocite

Definition of lepidocrocite

noun

[mass noun]
  • a red to reddish-brown mineral consisting of ferric hydroxide, typically occurring as scaly or fibrous crystals.

Origin:

early 19th century: from Greek lepis, lepid- 'scale' + krokis 'fibre'

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