Definition

A dark brown mineral that usually has a fibrous and massive structure, composed of iron and manganese with fluorine and phosphate.

Example

Triplite is often found in metamorphic rocks and is valued by mineral collectors.

Conversation

I found this interesting rock at the beach today.

Oh really? What kind of rock is it?

I think it's called triplite, it has a really unique color.

That sounds cool! I love finding unique minerals.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Triplite is derived from the prefix "tri-" (meaning three) and the root "plite" (from Greek "plithos", meaning quantity or number). The word refers to a mineral that typically contains three distinct elements or components.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tri-' meaning three, and 'plite' relating to quantity — this helps you remember that triplite is a mineral with three main components.

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