👉 Midianite is a mineral that is part of the group of minerals called xenocrysts. It is named after the Greek word "midian", which means "middle" or "midway". Midianite is a highly refractory mineral, meaning it does not easily melt at room temperature and requires special treatment to be worked with. It is commonly found in rocks and ore deposits around the world, including some of the largest copper mines in the United States.
