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Mineral
Identification by Picture and Attribute
Explorers! Before you begin your journey, you need to recognize these geological specimens. |
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Begin by selecting one of the specimens pictured. |
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Inosilicates, Neosilicates, Sorosilicates |
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Oxides, Hydroxides, Carbonates |
Silicates |
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Name: Cinnabar |
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Class: SULFIDES |
Color
bright scarlet, cinnomon red, brick red |
Chemical Formula: HgS |
Streak
red |
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Luster
submetallic |
Hardness
2 - 2.5 |
Cleavage
perfect in 3 directions (not easily seen) |
Density
8 - 8.2 |
Crystal Form
Trigonal/Hexagonal (Rare) |
Common Uses / Other Facts: Poisonous! |
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Sulfides and Sulfates |
Halides |
Organic |
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