Definition

A type of mineral that looks similar to pyroxene and includes certain silicates that were once considered pyroxenes but are now classified differently.

Example

Rhodonite is an example of a pyroxenoid mineral that is often used in jewelry.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a mineral called pyroxenoid?

No, I haven't! What is it?

It's actually a group of minerals that look a lot like pyroxene.

That sounds interesting! I love learning about different minerals.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pyroxenoid → It is formed from "pyro-" (from Greek "pur", meaning fire) and "-enoid" (from Greek "eidos", meaning form or shape). The word describes a substance that has a form resembling that of fire-related materials, particularly in mineralogy.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fire' ('pyro-') and 'shape' ('-enoid') to remember that 'pyroxenoid' refers to a material that has a form related to fire.

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