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anglesite

/ˈæŋɡəlaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does anglesite mean?

noun

A lead carbonate mineral, PbCO3, often found in hydrothermal veins and as a secondary mineral in lead deposits. It is named after the English village of Anglesy, where it was first discovered.

Example

"The geologist carefully extracted a sample of anglesite from the mine, noting its distinctive crystal structure."

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