Cassiterite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kəˈsɪ.təˌɹaɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cassiterite is a noun meaning (mineralogy) A generally black mineral, composed of tin oxide, SnO₂, which is an important ore of tin.
Meaning
(mineralogy) A generally black mineral, composed of tin oxide, SnO₂, which is an important ore of tin.
Example Sentences
In general, the hydroxamates are used for flotation of oxidic minerals (pyrochlore, cassiterite and ilmenite), rare-earth oxides and oxide copper minerals.
Word Forms
- cassiterites
Synonyms for cassiterite
Depending on context, synonyms include tinstone.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tin, tinstone, kassite, stannite, cassidyite, castorite.
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