The difference between Bornite and Peacock ore

When used as nouns, bornite means a reddish mineral that tarnishes on exposure to air, whereas peacock ore means bornite.


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  1. Bornite as a noun (mineral):

    A reddish mineral that tarnishes on exposure to air; it is a mixed sulfide of iron and copper with the chemical formula Cu5FeS and is an important ore of copper.

  1. Peacock ore as a noun (informal):

    Bornite.

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