Bornite

[bɒ:nait]

Definition

(noun.) a mineral consisting of sulfides of copper and iron that is found in copper deposits.

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Definition

(n.) A valuable ore of copper, containing copper, iron, and sulphur; -- also called purple copper ore (or erubescite), in allusion to the colors shown upon the slightly tarnished surface.

Typist: Sonia