gothite

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Noun gothite has 1 sense

goethite, gothite - a red or yellow or brown mineral; an oxide of iron that is a common constituent of rust
--₁ is a kind of iron ore
--₁ is a substance of rust

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Gothite

Description: Gothite is a mineral species belonging to the oxide group. It is commonly found as a secondary mineral in iron-bearing environments and exhibits various colors, including black, brown, and yellow. Gothite is known for its characteristic acicular or needle-like crystal formations.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A mineral species that belongs to the oxide group.

Example sentence: The rocky outcrop was rich in gothite, which gave it a striking display of black and brown hues.

Sense 2: Acicular or needle-like crystal formations of gothite.

Example sentence: The specimen exhibited intricate gothite crystals, resembling a forest of tiny needles.