peacock ore
Also found in: Dictionary, Wikipedia.
peacock ore
[′pē‚käk ′ȯr] (mineralogy)
A copper mineral, such as bornite, having an iridescent tarnished surface upon exposure to air. Also known as peacock copper.
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific & Technical Terms, 6E, Copyright © 2003 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.
Copyright © 2003-2025 Farlex, Inc
Disclaimer
All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.