Calaverite

//ˌkæləˈvɛəraɪt// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A mineral form of gold telluride (AuTe₂).

Synonyms

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gold telluride

Etymology

From Calaveras + -ite. Named for Calaveras County, California, USA; where it was first discovered. From Spanish calavera.

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gold telluride

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