mariposite

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mariposite

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Etymology

From Mariposa +‎ -ite.

Noun

mariposite (countable and uncountable, plural mariposites)

1. (mineralogy) A chromium-rich variety of mica, giving a green color to the generally white dolomitic marble in which it is commonly found.

   Synonym: virginite

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