What is another word for hydrozincite?
Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪdɹəzˌɪnsa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Hydrozincite is a mineral which is composed of zinc, carbon, and oxygen. It is a rare mineral and is highly valued for its unique physical and chemical properties. There are several synonyms for hydrozincite, including zinc bloom, zinc spar and Smithsonite. Zinc bloom is used to describe the mineral's white or greyish-white colour and bloom-like appearance. Zinc spar is used more for its texture, which is similar to that of spar. Smithsonite is another popular synonym, attributed to James Smithson, an Englishman who first discovered the mineral in 1802. Regardless of the synonym used, hydrozincite is a highly coveted mineral in the mining industry, and is widely used in the production of zinc oxide.
