Siderite is a mineral composed of iron(II) carbonate (FeCO3). Its
name comes from the Ancient Greek word σίδηρος (sídēros), meaning
“iron”.
Siderite, also known as Iron Carbonate Iron Oxide, also known as Calcined Iron Oxide Iron Oxide is a
mineral compound that is used in a variety of applications such as
agriculture, steel making, waste water treatment, environmental
remediation, energy and power production and others.