Chalcocite

Pronunciation: /kælˈkəsaɪt/

Definitions of chalcocite

noun a mineral form of copper sulfide, Cu2S, that is an important ore of copper

Example Sentences

A1 Chalcocite is a type of mineral.

A2 Miners often find chalcocite in copper deposits.

B1 The geologist identified the presence of chalcocite in the rock sample.

B2 Chalcocite is known for its high copper content.

C1 Researchers are studying the formation of chalcocite in different geological environments.

C2 The unique properties of chalcocite make it a valuable mineral for industrial applications.

Examples of chalcocite in a Sentence

formal Chalcocite is a valuable copper ore mineral that is commonly found in hydrothermal veins.

informal I heard that chalcocite is a pretty important mineral for copper production.

slang Hey, did you know chalcocite is like the VIP of copper ores?

figurative Her kindness was like chalcocite, rare and precious.

Grammatical Forms of chalcocite

• past tense: chalcocite
• plural: chalcocites
• comparative: more chalcocite
• superlative: most chalcocite
• present tense: chalcocites
• future tense: will chalcocite
• perfect tense: have chalcocited
• continuous tense: is chalcociting
• singular: chalcocite
• positive degree: chalcocite
• infinitive: to chalcocite
• gerund: chalcociting
• participle: chalcocited

Origin and Evolution of chalcocite

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'chalcocite' is derived from the Greek word 'chalkos' meaning copper and 'kuanos' meaning blue.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a mineral form of copper sulfide with a blue-black color, the term chalcocite has retained its meaning in the field of mineralogy and geology.