Goethite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡœtaɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Goethite is a noun meaning (mineralogy) An iron oxyhydroxide that is the main constituent of rust and in mineral form is an ore.
Meaning
(mineralogy) An iron oxyhydroxide that is the main constituent of rust and in mineral form is an ore.
Example Sentences
Recent work has shown that the teeth of limpets approximate to an almost ideal model natural composite material where high aspect ratio mineral nanofibres of goethite reinforce a protein matrix.
Word Forms
- goethites
Synonyms for goethite
Depending on context, synonyms include gothite.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gothite, hematite, guildite, ferrogedrite, gossan, goldichite.
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