What is another word for columbite?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒləmbˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Columbite is a metallic mineral that is primarily composed of niobium and tantalum. It has a dark, metallic appearance and is often found in granite and pegmatite formations. There are several synonyms for the word columbite, including ferrocolumbite, tantalite-columbite, and niobite. Each of these terms refers to different compositions or variations of the mineral. For example, ferrocolumbite contains iron in addition to niobium and tantalum, while tantalite-columbite is a mixed mineral with higher tantalum content. Niobite is a synonym for columbite that specifically refers to a mineral with higher niobium content. These synonyms are commonly used in the fields of geology and mining.
