knebelite (Meaning)
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knebelite (n.)
A mineral of a gray, red, brown, or green color, and glistening luster. It is a silicate of iron and manganese.
Synonyms & Antonyms of knebelite
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knebelite Sentence Examples
- Knebelite is a rare iron manganese silicate mineral commonly found in granite pegmatites.
- The chemical formula for knebelite is Mn2Fe2+SiO4, and it crystallizes in the orthorhombic crystal system.
- Knebelite is typically black or reddish-brown in color and has a vitreous luster.
- It is considered a semi-precious gemstone and is used in jewelry.
- Knebelite is also used as a source of manganese and iron.
- The mineral was first discovered in Sweden in 1885 and is named after the locality where it was found, Knebelite Mine.
- Knebelite is not a very common mineral and is only found in a few locations around the world.
- The largest deposits of knebelite are found in Sweden, Norway, and Madagascar.
- Knebelite is a popular collector's item for mineral enthusiasts.
- Due to its rarity, knebelite can be quite valuable, with some specimens fetching high prices at auction.
FAQs About the word knebelite
A mineral of a gray, red, brown, or green color, and glistening luster. It is a silicate of iron and manganese.
No synonyms found.
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Knebelite is a rare iron manganese silicate mineral commonly found in granite pegmatites.
The chemical formula for knebelite is Mn2Fe2+SiO4, and it crystallizes in the orthorhombic crystal system.
Knebelite is typically black or reddish-brown in color and has a vitreous luster.
It is considered a semi-precious gemstone and is used in jewelry.
