Melanterite
Translation of "melanterite" into Russian
melanterite
Nounmelanterite
melanterites pl
Melanterite is a mineral that forms in oxidizing environments.
Мелантерит — это минерал, который образуется в окисляющихся средах.
Definitions
melanterite
NounA hydrous sulfate mineral composed of iron(II) sulfate heptahydrate, typically found as a secondary mineral in the oxidized zones of sulfide ore deposits.
The geologist discovered melanterite crystals in the abandoned mine, indicating the presence of oxidized iron sulfide minerals.
melanterite
AdjectiveRelating to, containing, or characteristic of the mineral melanterite.
The melanterite alteration zone extended several meters along the tunnel wall.