What is another word for Axinite?

Pronunciation: [ˈaksɪnˌa͡ɪt] (IPA)

Axinite is a mineral that is typically brown, black, or violet in color, and is commonly used in jewelry. However, there are a number of synonyms for this mineral that are less commonly known. One such synonym is "ferro-axinite," which refers to axinite that contains iron. Other synonyms include "manganaxinite" (axinite with manganese) and "magnesio-axinite" (axinite with magnesium). In addition, axinite may also be referred to by its mineral group name, "sorosilicates." Regardless of the name, axinite is a beautiful and unique mineral that is highly sought after by collectors and jewelry enthusiasts alike.

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The phenomenon was first discovered in the tourmaline, and it is observed, speaking broadly, only in those minerals which are hemimorphic, that is, where the crystals have different planes or faces at their two ends, examples of which are seen in such crystals as those of Axinite, boracite, smithsonite, topaz, etc.
"The Chemistry, Properties and Tests of Precious Stones"
John Mastin

Related words: axinite crystal, axinite properties, axinite properties and uses, axinite crystals

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