goethite

[ goh-thahyt, gœ-tahyt ]

noun

1. a very common mineral, iron hydroxide, HFeO 2 , occurring in crystals, but more commonly in yellow or brown earthy masses: an ore of iron.

goethite

/ ˈɡəʊθaɪt; ˈɡøːtiːt /

noun

1. a black, brown, or yellow mineral consisting of hydrated iron oxide in the form of orthorhombic crystals or fibrous masses. Formula: FeO(OH)

Word History and Origins

Origin of goethite¹

1815–25; named after Goethe; -ite ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of goethite¹

C19: named after Goethe

Example Sentences

But, McCurry says, this site shows that goethite “has everything you need to create exceptionally well-preserved specimens.”

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