CONDURRITE Meaning and
Definition
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Condurrite is a rare mineral that occurs in oxidized copper ore deposits. It is a secondary mineral, meaning that it forms as a result of the alteration of pre-existing minerals. Condurrite primarily consists of copper hydroxychlorides, with its chemical composition being mainly comprised of copper, chlorine, oxygen, and hydrogen.
In terms of its physical properties, condurrite usually exhibits a bluish-green to green color, imparted by the presence of copper. It typically occurs as crusts or botryoidal masses, often occurring alongside other copper minerals such as malachite and azurite. The mineral has an opaque appearance and a vitreous to dull luster.
Condurrite is named after the Condurrow Mine in Cornwall, England, where it was first discovered in the late 18th century. The mineral is quite rare and has limited distribution worldwide, with notable occurrences in other copper-rich areas such as the United States, Chile, and Australia.
Due to its scarcity and association with copper deposits, condurrite has some economic significance. However, it is primarily valued for its aesthetic appeal and is sought after by collectors of rare minerals. Its vibrant blue-green color and distinctive botryoidal or crust-like formations make it an attractive addition to mineral collections and jewelry.
Common Misspellings for CONDURRITE
- xondurrite
- vondurrite
- fondurrite
- dondurrite
- cindurrite
- ckndurrite
- clndurrite
- cpndurrite
- c0ndurrite
- c9ndurrite
- cobdurrite
- comdurrite
- cojdurrite
- cohdurrite
- consurrite
- conxurrite
- concurrite
- confurrite
- conrurrite
- coneurrite
Etymology of CONDURRITE
The word "Condurrite" is derived from the Spanish term "condurro", which means lead ore or lead mineral. It was first used by Spanish miners and later adopted into English as "Condurrite" to describe a specific variety of lead ore. The suffix "-ite" is a common mineral naming convention denoting a mineral or ore.
Similar spelling words for CONDURRITE
- counterdie,
- coendured,
- Cantered,
- konderite,
- contrade,
- gontard,
- contoured,
- Cantred,
- gandered,
- cointerred,
- countried,
- contrat,
- Counterwait,
- contorta,
- gandert,
- contort,
- Contrate-wheel,
- counterweight,
- countrywide,
- Contrate,
- counterweighed,
- un-contrite,
- ganterite,
- contrada,
- Kondrati,
- contrite,
- contrato,
- Contritio,
- kondrat,
- counterraid,
- countered,
- quintard,
- kindred.
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