👉 The term "epipodite" is a scientific term that refers to a type of mineral found in the Earth's crust. It is named after the shape of its surface, which resembles an epicycloid (a curve with two equal parts), and it can be found throughout the world. Epipodites are primarily composed of iron oxide, but they may also contain other minerals like quartz or feldspar, depending on their location in the Earth's crust. These mineral deposits are