Definition

A type of mineral that is a red to yellow-orange ore of zinc, primarily composed of zinc oxide.

Example

Zincite is often used in the production of zinc metal and other compounds.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of zincite?

Yeah, I think it’s a mineral, right?

Exactly! It's actually a red to yellow-orange zinc ore.

That’s cool! I’d love to see some in person.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Zincite is derived from 'zinc' (from German 'Zink', meaning the metal zinc) and the suffix '-ite' (from Greek 'itis', meaning mineral or rock). The word 'zincite' refers to a mineral composed primarily of zinc.

Memory Tip

Think of 'zinc' as the metal that makes up this mineral, and '-ite' indicates that it is a type of mineral. This helps you remember that zincite is a mineral made of zinc.

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