Definition
goethites
noun
- Plural of goethite; hydrated iron oxide minerals that are common in soils and ore deposits, typically brown or yellow in color.
Usage: geology; mineralogy; technical
Examples
- Goethites are frequently found in laterite deposits across tropical regions.
- The geologist identified several goethites in the rock samples under the microscope.
- Goethites contribute to the brown coloration of many natural soils.
- Mining operations often encounter goethites as part of iron ore formations.
- The presence of goethites indicates past weathering and oxidation of iron-bearing minerals.