pentlandite

[US]/ˈpɛntləndaɪt/
[UK]/ˈpɛntləndaɪt/
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Translation

n.a mineral that is a source of nickel
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

pentlandite ore

pentlandite mineral

pentlandite deposits

pentlandite extraction

pentlandite composition

pentlandite processing

pentlandite analysis

pentlandite concentration

pentlandite recovery

pentlandite occurrence

Example Sentences

pentlandite is a key source of nickel in many mining operations.

the presence of pentlandite indicates the potential for valuable mineral deposits.

researchers are studying the properties of pentlandite to improve extraction methods.

pentlandite often occurs alongside pyrrhotite in sulfide deposits.

the identification of pentlandite can enhance the economic viability of a mining project.

pentlandite is primarily composed of nickel and iron sulfides.

the mining team discovered a large deposit of pentlandite last year.

pentlandite has a distinctive metallic luster that makes it easy to identify.

geologists often analyze pentlandite to assess the quality of ore.

the extraction of nickel from pentlandite is an important industrial process.

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