natrophilite

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English

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Etymology

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Named with natro- and Ancient Greek φίλος (phílos, affinity) for its high sodium content, +‎ -ite.

Noun

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natrophilite

  1. (mineralogy) An orthorhombic-dipyramidal yellow mineral containing manganese, oxygen, phosphorus, and sodium.

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