erozionit

Erozionit is a hypothetical mineral used in theoretical discussions of erosion processes and weathering resistance. It is not identified as a formally recognized mineral species in major databases, and its exact composition varies across models. The name derives from erosion and the common mineral suffix -ite.

In illustrative works, erozionit is described as a compact, high-density phase with a chemically diverse composition that can include silicate or oxide components. Because it is hypothetical, there is no single accepted formula or crystal structure. Models typically assign moderate to high hardness and considerable resistance to chemical weathering, along with a relatively low solubility in common weathering fluids.

Erozionit has no confirmed natural occurrence and is not mined or profiled in natural samples. It is used in classrooms, computational simulations, and thought experiments to explore how mineral properties influence erosion rates and soil development under different climates and hydrological regimes.

See also: Weathering, Erosion, Durability, Mineral stability.