calaverite (Meaning)
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calaverite (n.)
A bronze-yellow massive mineral with metallic luster; a telluride of gold; -- first found in Calaveras County California.
Synonyms & Antonyms of calaverite
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calaverite Sentence Examples
- Calaverite is a rare mineral that contains gold and tellurium.
- Prospectors eagerly searched for veins of calaverite during the gold rush era.
- The distinctive golden hue of calaverite makes it easily recognizable to experienced miners.
- Chemists study the properties of calaverite to better understand its formation and potential extraction methods.
- Miners extracted calaverite from deep within the earth's crust using specialized equipment.
- The discovery of calaverite deposits sparked a rush of activity in the mining town.
- Jewelry makers sometimes use calaverite as a unique and precious gemstone in their designs.
- Geologists analyze the geological formations where calaverite is found to map potential gold-bearing areas.
- The purity of the gold extracted from calaverite varies depending on the mineral's composition.
- Historians trace the usage of calaverite in ancient civilizations for ceremonial purposes and currency.
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A bronze-yellow massive mineral with metallic luster; a telluride of gold; -- first found in Calaveras County California.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Calaverite is a rare mineral that contains gold and tellurium.
Prospectors eagerly searched for veins of calaverite during the gold rush era.
The distinctive golden hue of calaverite makes it easily recognizable to experienced miners.
Chemists study the properties of calaverite to better understand its formation and potential extraction methods.
