tellurite
/ˈtɛljʊraɪt/
noun
- A mineral or chemical compound containing tellurium and oxygen, often used in electronics or glassmaking.
- Geologists found a small deposit of tellurite in the old mine.
- Tellurite is sometimes added to glass to give it a yellow or green tint.
- The lab stored tellurite in a sealed container to prevent contamination.