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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: Sphalerite |
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Class: SULFIDES Group: |
Color
yellow to brown to black |
Chemical Formula: ZnS |
Streak
pale yellow |
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Luster
metallic to non-metallic |
Hardness
3.5 - 4 |
Cleavage
6 directions |
Density
3.9 - 4.1 |
Crystal Form
Cubic |
Common Uses / Other Facts: |
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Sulfides and Sulfates |
Halides |
Organic |
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