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Strontianite

Noun (Chemistry)

A white mineral consisting of strontium carbonate (SrCO₃), often found in crystalline form. It is a major source of strontium.

Example sentence: The geologist discovered a rare specimen of strontianite while exploring the cave.

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Noun (Geology)

A carbonate mineral that occurs in low-temperature hydrothermal veins and is often associated with lead and zinc ores.

Example sentence: The mining company extracted large quantities of lead and zinc ores along with strontianite from the underground deposits.

Related products: Geology Books, Mining Equipment