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Hemimorphite

Hemimorphite is a hydrated zinc silicate mineral, known for its unique crystallography, role in zinc ore deposits, and appeal to mineral collectors. Its distinctive morphology, secondary origin, and...

April 3, 2019

Galena

Galena is a lead sulphide mineral and the principal ore of lead, widely known for its metallic lustre, high density, and distinctive cubic crystal form. Chemically expressed as...

April 3, 2019

Anglesite

Anglesite is a lead sulphate mineral with the chemical formula PbSO₄, formed mainly as a secondary mineral through the oxidation of lead-bearing sulphide ores, especially galena (PbS). Distinguished...

April 3, 2019

Pentlandite

Pentlandite is an important nickel–iron sulphide mineral, with the chemical formula (Fe,Ni)₉S₈, and serves as the principal ore of nickel worldwide. Distinguished by its metallic lustre and bronze-yellow...

April 2, 2019

Garnierite

Garnierite is a generic name for a group of green nickel-bearing hydrous silicate minerals that form as secondary minerals in the weathering zones of ultramafic rocks such as...

April 2, 2019

Cobaltite

Cobaltite is a naturally occurring sulf­arsenide mineral composed of cobalt, arsenic, and sulfur, with a general chemical formula CoAsS, though iron and nickel often substitute for some cobalt....

April 1, 2019

Erythrite

Erythrite is a strikingly coloured hydrated cobalt arsenate mineral, scientifically represented by the formula Co₃(AsO₄)₂·8H₂O. Known for its vivid pink to crimson hues and silky lustre, it is...

March 30, 2019

Linnaeite

Linnaeite is a cobalt sulphide mineral of the thiospinel (or spinel‐type sulphide) group, with the ideal chemical formula Co²⁺Co³⁺₂S₄, and is valued both for its cobalt content and...

March 30, 2019

Cassiterite

Cassiterite is a tin oxide mineral and the primary ore of tin, with the chemical formula SnO₂. Recognised for its exceptional hardness, high density, and adamantine lustre, cassiterite...

March 30, 2019

Stannite

Stannite is a metallic sulphide mineral containing copper, iron, tin, and sulphur, with the chemical formula Cu₂FeSnS₄. It is a relatively uncommon ore mineral that occurs mainly in...

March 29, 2019

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