Rosasite
Rosasite is a secondary mineral that typically forms in oxidized zones of copper-zinc ore deposits. It is chemically composed of copper zinc carbonate hydroxide, with the formula CuZnCO3(OH)2CuZnCO3(OH)2. This mineral […]
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Cuprite
Cuprite is a mineral that belongs to the oxide mineral group. It is composed of copper(I) oxide, with the chemical formula Cu2O. The name “cuprite” is derived from the Latin […]
Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite is a carbonate mineral with formula: MnCO3. It has a classic rose-pink color, but specimens can also be brown or gray. It forms dogtooth or rhombohedral crystals like calcite, […]
Uraninite
Uraninite is a mineral that is primarily composed of uranium oxide. It is a significant ore of uranium, which is an important element used for nuclear power generation and in […]
Staurolite
Staurolite is a mineral that is known for its unique crystal shape and its association with metamorphic rocks. The name “staurolite” comes from the Greek words “stauros” meaning “cross” and […]
Chalcanthite
Chalcanthite is a mineral with the chemical formula CuSO₄·5H₂O. It belongs to the sulfate mineral group and is a hydrated copper sulfate. The name “chalcanthite” is derived from the Greek […]
Gibbsite
Gibbsite is a naturally occurring mineral form of aluminum hydroxide with the chemical formula Al(OH)₃. It belongs to the hydroxides and oxides mineral class and is one of the three […]
Silver Sheen Obsidian
Silver Sheen Obsidian is a type of volcanic glass that exhibits a silver or silvery-blue sheen or chatoyancy when light reflects off its surface. This unique appearance is caused by […]
Bastnäsite
Bastnäsite is a group of rare earth fluorocarbonate minerals that includes bastnäsite-(Ce), bastnäsite-(La), and bastnäsite-(Y), with each type named after the dominant rare earth element it contains (cerium, lanthanum, and […]
Childrenite
Childrenite is a relatively rare mineral that is composed of basic iron aluminum phosphate. It belongs to the phosphate mineral group and is often found in association with other minerals, […]
Chrysocolla
Chrysocolla is a mineral that belongs to the silicate mineral group. It is often found in association with other secondary copper minerals, such as malachite, azurite, and cuprite. Chrysocolla is […]
Ant Hill Garnet
Ant Hill Garnets are a variety of garnet, specifically pyrope garnet, which are primarily red in color. What makes them remarkable is not just their vibrant, deep red hue, but […]