Strunzite
In today's article we are going to talk about Strunzite, a topic that has been the subject of interest and debate throughout history. From its origins to the present, Strunzite has played a crucial role in various areas, from culture and society to science and technology. Over the years, Strunzite has evolved and has been the subject of studies and research that have expanded our knowledge and understanding of this topic. In this article we will delve into the most relevant aspects of Strunzite, exploring its importance and impact in today's world.
| Strunzite | |
|---|---|
 Strunzite from Bavaria, Germany | |
| General | |
| Category | Mineral |
| Formula (repeating unit) | Mn2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 6H2O |
| IMA symbol | Snz |
| Strunz classification | 8.DC.25 |
| Crystal system | Triclinic |
| Space group | P1 (no. 2) |
| Unit cell | a = 10.228(5) , b = 9.837(5) c = 7.284(5) ; α = 90.17(5)° β = 98.44(5)° γ = 117.44(5)°; Z = 2 |
| Identification | |
| Color | Straw yellow to brownish yellow |
| Crystal habit | Acicular |
| Mohs scale hardness | 4 |
| Luster | vitreous |
| Streak | white |
| Specific gravity | 2.52 |
| Density | 2.52 g/cm3 |
| Pleochroism | Weak |
| References | |
Strunzite (Mn2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 6H2O) is a light yellow mineral of the strunzite group, first discovered in 1957.
It crystallizes in the triclinic system and has a light, vitreous luster, a specific gravity of 2.52 and a Mohs hardness of 4. Associated minerals include beraunite, quartz and strengite.
It is named after Hugo Strunz, a Professor of Mineralogy at Technical University, Berlin.
References
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