The difference between Ferruginous and Manganiferous
When used as adjectives, ferruginous means containing iron, whereas manganiferous means containing manganese.
check bellow for the other definitions of Ferruginous and Manganiferous
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Ferruginous as an adjective:
Containing iron.
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Ferruginous as an adjective:
Rusty.
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Ferruginous as an adjective:
Rust-coloured.
Examples:
"color paneB7410E"
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Manganiferous as an adjective (mineralogy, metallurgy):
Containing manganese
Examples:
"a manganiferous ore"