liroconite (Meaning)
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liroconite (n.)
A hydrated arseniate of copper, occurring in obtuse pyramidal crystals of a sky-blue or verdigris-green color.
Synonyms & Antonyms of liroconite
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liroconite Sentence Examples
- The iridescent blue liroconite crystals glimmered captivatingly in the sunlight.
- Liroconite is a rare mineral found in only a few locations worldwide.
- The vibrant color of liroconite is caused by its high copper content.
- Liroconite is sometimes used as a gemstone, but its fragility makes it difficult to work with.
- The chemical formula for liroconite is Cu2Al(AsO4)(OH)4·4H2O.
- Liroconite is a hydrated copper arsenate mineral.
- Liroconite crystals often form in the form of clusters or rosettes.
- The largest known liroconite crystals come from the Tsumeb mine in Namibia.
- Liroconite is named after the Greek word "liros," meaning "pale."
- Liroconite is an important mineral for collectors and mineral enthusiasts.
FAQs About the word liroconite
A hydrated arseniate of copper, occurring in obtuse pyramidal crystals of a sky-blue or verdigris-green color.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The iridescent blue liroconite crystals glimmered captivatingly in the sunlight.
Liroconite is a rare mineral found in only a few locations worldwide.
The vibrant color of liroconite is caused by its high copper content.
Liroconite is sometimes used as a gemstone, but its fragility makes it difficult to work with.
