Aleksite

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Aleksite specimen - rock identification

What is Aleksite?

Aleksite is a rare lead bismuth tellurium sulfosalt mineral with formula PbBi2Te2S2.

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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin

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Aleksite specimen 2
© Robert M. Lavinsky

Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color
In polished section, very pale gray with slight greenish tint
Hardness (Mohs)
2.5
Density
7.8 g/cm³

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula
PbBi2Te2S2
Elements
Bi, Pb, S, Te
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