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Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)

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First published 1976 (SND Vol. X, list of scientific terms with Scottish connections).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.

ELLONITE. Geol. A hydrous silicate of magnesium (1884 Miner. Mag. V. 30).

[Named by M. F. Heddle from Ellon in Aberdeenshire.]

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