chalcopyrite

Noun

A mineral consisting of copper iron sulfide, typically occurring as a brassy yellow crystal.

ریشه

The word 'Chalcopyrite' is derived from the Greek word 'khalkos' meaning 'copper' and the Greek word 'pyrites' meaning 'stone' or 'mineral'.

مثال

• Chalcopyrite is often used as a source of copper in industrial processes.
• The brassy yellow color of chalcopyrite is quite distinctive.
• Mineral collectors value specimens of chalcopyrite for their beauty.

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