What is another word for germanite?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɜːmɐnˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Germanite is a rare mineral found in few places around the world. It is a sulfide mineral that contains copper, iron, zinc, and germanium. Although there are not many synonyms for germanite, scientists sometimes refer to it as germanic copper ore, germanicite, germanium sulfoferrite, or wolfsbergite. Germanite was first discovered in Germany and named after its country of origin and the mineral from which it was derived. Despite its scarcity, germanite is an important source of germanium, which is used in a variety of applications, including in the production of semiconductors and fiber optics. However, its rarity makes it challenging to obtain, and scientists are continuously searching for new sources.
