👉 In the context of geology, "hessonite" is a mineral that is often associated with the rock formation called the hessian. Hessonite is a hydrated iron oxide mineral, which means it contains iron and oxygen in its crystal lattice structure. It is typically found in rocks, particularly metamorphic rocks like calc-alkaline igneous rocks or sedimentary rocks like limestone. The term "hessonite" was coined by geologist Robert W. Hesson in 19
