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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: Epidote |
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Class: SILICATES Subclass: Sorosilicates |
Color
dark green |
Chemical Formula: Ca2 (Fe+3, Al)3(SiO4)3(OH) |
Streak
white |
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Luster
glassy or pearly |
Hardness
6 - 7 |
Cleavage
1 direction |
Density
3.4 - 3.5 |
Crystal Form
Monoclinic |
Common Uses / Other Facts: |
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Sulfides and Sulfates |
Halides |
Organic |
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