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maghemite

American  
[mag-hem-ahyt, mag-uh-mahyt] / mægˈhɛm aɪt, ˈmæg əˌmaɪt /

noun

Mineralogy.

  1. a strongly magnetic dimorph of hematite.

Etymology

Origin of maghemite

1925–30; blend of magnetite and hematite

Example Sentences

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High levels were found of a type of iron oxide called maghemite.

From BBC

The university's earth sciences department concluded the presence of maghemite particles indicated they are suspended for long periods due to poor ventilation, particularly on platforms.

From BBC

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