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Fergusonite

Description

Fergusonite is a mineral belonging to the complex oxide group. It is named after Scottish mineralogist Robert Ferguson.

Senses and Usages

1. Noun: Fergusonite refers to a rare mineral that occurs typically in granite pegmatites. It has a brown to black color and is composed of various specific elements such as cerium, lanthanum, and yttrium.

Example sentence: The geologist discovered a beautiful specimen of fergusonite while exploring the granite pegmatite.



2. Noun: Fergusonite can also be used to describe the dark-brown to black crystals or crystal aggregates of the fergusonite mineral.

Example sentence: The museum proudly displays a stunning collection of fergusonites, showcasing their unique crystal formations.



3. Adjective: In a broader context, fergusonite can be used as an adjective to describe something related to or resembling fergusonite minerals.

Example sentence: The jeweler handcrafted a beautiful pendant with fergusonite-like patterns, inspired by the unique mineral.

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