How do I identify Cobaltoblödite?

Cobaltoblödite can be identified by its hardness of 2.5 on the Mohs scale, reddish-pink in aggregates color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Cobaltoblödite?

Cobaltoblödite typically appears in reddish-pink in aggregates. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Cobaltoblödite?

Cobaltoblödite has a hardness of 2.5 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.

How to Identify Cobaltoblödite | Properties, Meaning & Uses

What is Cobaltoblödite?

Cobaltoblödite is a rare cobalt mineral with the formula Na2Co(SO4)2·4H2O. Cobaltoblödite was found in the Blue Lizard mine, San Juan County, Utah, USA, which is known for secondary uranium minerals. Cobaltoblödite occurs intimately intergrown with manganese-, cobalt- and nickel-enriched blödite and a yet another new mineral - manganoblödite. Cobaltoblödite, as suggested by its name is a cobalt-analogue of blödite. It is also analogous to changoite, manganoblödite and nickelblödite - other members of the blödite group.

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