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Meaning of rhodochrosite
A mineral with a pink to rose-red color
Etymology of rhodochrosite
The word "rhodochrosite" comes from the Greek words "rhodon" meaning rose and "chros" meaning color, referring to the mineral's characteristic pink to rose-red color
The term has been used in geology and mineralogy since the 19th century to describe this specific mineral
Synonyms
rose quartz
pink tourmaline
kunzite
morganite
rhodonite
thulite
pink calcite
cobaltoan calcite
pink dolomite
calcite
dolomite
quartz
feldspar
mica
amphibole
pyroxene
olivine
garnet
vesuvianite
diopside
scapolite
axinite
titanite
andalusite
kyanite
staurolite
sillimanite
epidote
zoisite
clinozoisite
jadeite
spodumene
Definitions
- A mineral consisting of a carbonate of manganese, typically occurring in rose-red crystals
- * A pink to rose-red mineral used as a gemstone or in decorative objects
Usage Examples
- The rhodochrosite gemstone is prized for its delicate pink color and is often used in high-end jewelry
- * The mineral rhodochrosite is found in limited quantities and is highly sought after by collectors
- * The rose-red color of rhodochrosite makes it a popular choice for decorative objects and ornamental stones
Antonyms
colorless minerals
clear quartz
white diamonds
black onyx
dark tourmaline
green jade
blue sapphire
yellow citrine
orange carnelian
brown agate
grey granite
black basalt
white marble
clear topaz
pink-free minerals