Alpeite

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Alpeite specimen - rock identification

What is Alpeite?

Alpeite is a calcium manganese magnesium silicate mineral with the chemical formula Ca4Mn2Al2(MnMg)(SiO4)2(Si3O10)(VO4)(OH)6. It is named for its type locality, the Monte Alpe mine in Italy.

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color
Brownish red
Hardness (Mohs)
5.5 - 6
Density
3.374 g/cm³
Streak
Beige

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula
Ca4Mn3+2Al2(Mn3+Mg)(SiO4)2(Si3O10)(V5+O4)(OH)6
Elements
Al, Ca, H, Mg, Mn, O, Si, V
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