Mineral profiles

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Chalcedony - SiO2

Mineral profile Attributes: Chalcedony is a microcrystalline variety of quartz, characterized by its fine texture and a waxy luster. It...

Magnetite - Fe2+Fe3+2O4

Attributes: Magnetite is a magnetic iron ore and a significant source of iron, known for its black or dark brown metallic luster and...

Pyrite - FeS2

Attributes: Pyrite, commonly known as "Fool's Gold," is a sulfide mineral recognized for its metallic luster and brassy yellow color,...

Selenite / Satin Spar - CaSO4·2H2O

Selenite: Gypsum variation Before we start with Selenite, I want to acknowledge that "Selenite" is supposed to refer to transparent...

Quartz with hematite inclusions - SiO2 + (Fe2O3)

Quartz with hematite inclusions Mineral Profile: Attributes: Hematite-included quartz is a variety of quartz characterized by the...

Hematoid Quartz - SiO2

Hematoid Quartz Mineral Profile: Hematoid Quartz, also known as Fire Quartz, is a variety of quartz characterized by the presence of...

Smokey Quartz - SiO2

Smokey Quartz Mineral Profile: Attributes: Smokey Quartz is a variety of quartz known for its distinctive smoky brown to gray color,...

Epidote - A2B3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH)

Epidote Mineral Profile: Attributes: Epidote is a silicate mineral known for its distinct green color and is commonly found in...

Petrified Wood - Fossiled Plant material with SiO2

Petrified Wood Mineral Profile: Attributes: Petrified wood is a fossilized form of ancient wood, where organic materials have been...

Jasper - SiO2

Jasper Mineral Profile: Attributes: Jasper is a microcrystalline variety of quartz commonly found in sedimentary rocks, often associated...

Thunderegg - SI02

THUNDEREGG- Mineral Profile Thunderegg -Mineral Profile Attributes: Thunderegg is a unique agate-filled rock formed within volcanic...

Calcite - caco3

Calcite CaCO3 Calcium Carbonate Mineral profile Birthstone: N/A Attributes: Calcite is a common mineral that occurs around the globe....

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