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phosphorite

/fɒsfəraɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does phosphorite mean?

noun

A sedimentary rock that is rich in phosphate minerals, often used as a source of phosphorus.

Example

"The geologist studied the phosphorite deposits in the ancient sea bed."

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