baddeleyite

[ bad-l-ee-ahyt, bad-lee- ]

noun

1. a mineral, zirconium oxide, ZrO 2 , used as a refractory.

baddeleyite

/ ˈbædlɪˌaɪt /

noun

1. a mineral consisting largely of zirconium dioxide: a source of zirconium. Formula: ZrO 2

Word History and Origins

Origin of baddeleyite¹

1890–95; named after Joseph Baddeley, Englishman who first brought specimens to Europe (in 19th century) from Asia; -ite ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of baddeleyite¹

C19: named after J. Baddeley , British geologist