HEMATITE - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
the principal form of iron ore; consists of ferric oxide in crystalline form; occurs in a red earthy form
Categories: Iron ore
Synonyms
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "hematite" comes from Ancient Greek αἱματίτης, which comes from Middle French hematite.
🧩 Fun Fact
Ancient Greek had multiple words for concepts English expresses with just one, showing different cultural priorities.