aphrodite
stevensite sample, labelled aphrodite
Meaning
Noun
- A soft and earthy mineral of a white or yellowish color, and with a waxy lustre, found at Langbanshytta in Sweden. It is a hydrated silicate of magnesia, and resembles meerschaum.
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Origin
- From stem of Ancient Greek ἀφρός (for its supposed resemblance) -ite.
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