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Noun: selenite  'se-lu,nIt
  1. A compound that contains a SeO32− anion.
     
  2. A variety of gypsum, occurring in transparent crystals or crystalline masses

Derived forms: selenites

Type of: poison, poisonous substance, salt, toxicant

Part of: atomic number 8, O, oxygen

Encyclopedia: Selenite

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