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Chemical Formula | FeSO4 · 5H2O |
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Composition | Basic iron sulfate, almost always with some copper |
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Variable Formula | (Fe,Cu)SO4 · 5H2O |
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Color | White, yellow-white, yellow, light green, greenish-white |
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Streak | White |
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Hardness | 2½ |
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Crystal Forms and Aggregates |
(Triclinic) Occurs as microscopic acicular, fibrous, and crusty aggregates |
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Transparency | Translucent |
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Specific Gravity | 2.1 |
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Luster | Vitreous, silky, dull |
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Cleavage | Indiscernible |
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Fracture | Splintery |
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Tenacity | Brittle |
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In Group | Sulfates ; Hydrous sulfates |
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All About | Siderotil is a rare mineral, and is isomorphous with Chalcanthite. It is not a popular mineral, but is known by some micromount collectors. |
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Popularity (1-4) | 4 |
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Prevalence (1-3) | 3 |
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Demand (1-3) | 3 |
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Noteworthy Localities |
Bisbee, Cochise Co., Arizona |
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