sphalerite meaning

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sphalerite (noun): an ore that is the chief source of zinc; consists largely of zinc sulfide in crystalline form.

Definition of sphalerite

  1. an ore that is the chief source of zinc; consists largely of zinc sulfide in crystalline form

    Synonyms: zinc blende, blende

    Type of: mineral

Scrabble score: 15 (letter breakdown)

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