Erythrite (Noun)
Meaning
A reddish mineral consisting of hydrated cobalt arsenate in monoclinic crystalline form and used in coloring glass; usually found in veins bearing cobalt and arsenic.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The geologist carefully extracted a sample of erythrite from the cobalt-rich vein for further analysis.
- Erythrite's vibrant red color made it a popular choice for coloring glass in the 19th century.
- The mineralogist spent years studying the unique properties of erythrite and its monoclinic crystalline structure.
- In the laboratory, the researcher mixed erythrite with other minerals to create a range of colors for glass production.
- The rare occurrence of erythrite in nature made it highly prized among collectors of rare minerals.