Definition

A shiny blue mineral that is made of copper and sulfur, and is an important source of copper.

Example

Covellite is often found in copper mines and is prized for its beautiful color.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of covellite?

Yeah, it's that beautiful blue mineral, right?

Exactly! I read that it's an important ore of copper.

That's fascinating! I need to look for some in my collection.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Covellite is derived from the name of the Italian mineralogist, Francesco Covelli, who first described the mineral. The suffix '-ite' is used in mineralogy to denote minerals or rocks. Therefore, covellite refers to the mineral named after Covelli.

Memory Tip

Think of the mineral named after Francesco Covelli, and remember that '-ite' indicates it is a mineral.

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