tellurite
A yellowish mineral, tellurium dioxideA yellowish mineral, tellurium dioxide (TeO₂).
Meaning
2 senses(uncountable)A yellowish mineral, tellurium dioxide (TeO₂).
The oxyanion TeO₃²⁻ derived from tellurous acid; any salt containing this anion.
Origin
Named in 1849 because of its chemical composition.Named in 1849 because of its chemical composition.
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Forms
plural: tellurites| Singular | tellurite |
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uncountable
Word family
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