cerussite
Definition
- Noun:
- A mineral consisting of lead carbonate: Cerussite is a naturally occurring mineral composed primarily of lead carbonate (PbCO₃). It is an important ore of lead.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The geologist identified the white crystalline mass as cerussite.
- Cerussite is often found in the oxidized zones of lead deposits.
Advanced Usage
- In mineralogy: The term is used to describe a specific mineral species with a characteristic orthorhombic crystal structure.
- The cerussite from this locality exhibits exceptional twinning.
Variants and Related Words
- White lead ore: A common historical name for cerussite, referring to its appearance and composition.
- Lead carbonate: The chemical compound that constitutes the mineral.
Synonyms
- None commonly used in general English. In specific scientific contexts, "lead carbonate" refers to the compound, but not interchangeably to the mineral form.
Related Phrases
- None applicable. "Cerussite" is a technical noun without derived phrasal verbs.
Related Idioms
- None applicable. The word is a specific scientific term and is not used idiomatically.
Noun
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a mineral consisting of lead carbonate that is an important source of lead
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