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thenardite

[ thuh-nahr-dahyt, tuh- ]

noun

  1. a mineral, sodium sulfate, Na 2 SO 4 , occurring in white crystals and masses, especially in salt lakes and arid regions.


thenardite

/ tɪ-; θɪˈnɑːdaɪt /

noun

  1. a whitish vitreous mineral that consists of anhydrous sodium sulphate and occurs in saline residues. Formula: Na 2 SO 4


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Word History and Origins

Origin of thenardite1

1835–45; named after L. J. Thénard (1777–1857), French chemist; -ite 1

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Word History and Origins

Origin of thenardite1

C19: named after Baron L. J. Thénard (1777–1857), French chemist; see -ite 1

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