What is another word for glauconite?
Pronunciation: [ɡlˈɔːkənˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Glauconite is a green mineral found primarily in marine sediments. It is known for its ability to form green-colored sandstone and its use in fertilizer production. Other words that can be used as synonyms for glauconite include greensand, green marl, and chloritized mudstone. Greensand is a term used to describe sediment containing glauconite and sand-sized particles. Green marl is similar to greensand, but it contains higher amounts of clay minerals. Chloritized mudstone refers to rocks that have been altered by chemical reactions, resulting in the formation of green minerals like glauconite. Each of these terms can be used interchangeably with glauconite, depending on the context and the specific geological formation being described.
