Definition

A mineral that can be green, pink, or lilac in color, used to obtain lithium and sometimes as a gemstone.

Example

Spodumene is often found in large crystals and is an important source of lithium.

Conversation

Did you know that spodumene is a source of lithium?

Really? I had no idea it came from a mineral!

Yeah, it can even be a beautiful gemstone sometimes.

That's cool! I wonder how many people actually know about spodumene.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spodumene comes from the Greek "spodoumenos" (meaning burnt to ashes) and "lithos" (meaning stone). The word refers to a mineral that is often found in a burnt or ash-like state, reflecting its appearance and composition.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for ashes ('spodoumenos') to remember that spodumene is a mineral that resembles burnt stone.

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