maghemite

American

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

noun

Mineralogy.

a strongly magnetic dimorph of hematite.

Etymology

Origin of maghemite

1925–30; blend of magnetite and hematite

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

From BBC ● Dec. 15, 2022

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 ● Dec. 15, 2022

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