Pyrochlore

Definition:

• (n.) A niobate of calcium, cerium, and other bases, occurring usually in octahedrons of a yellowish or brownish color and resinous luster; -- so called from its becoming grass-green on being subjected to heat under the blowpipe.

Compare pyrochlore with other words:

microlite vs. pyrochlore

cerium vs. pyrochlore

calcium vs. pyrochlore

pyrochlore vs. sodium

niobate vs. pyrochlore

mineral vs. pyrochlore

niobium vs. pyrochlore