How do I identify Decrespignyite-(y)?

Decrespignyite-(y) can be identified by its hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale, Bright royal blue to pale blue color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Decrespignyite-(y)?

Decrespignyite-(y) typically appears in Bright royal blue to pale blue. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Decrespignyite-(y)?

Decrespignyite-(y) has a hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

How to Identify Decrespignyite-(y) | Properties, Meaning & Uses

What is Decrespignyite-(y)?

Decrespignyite-(Y) is a copper yttrium rare earth carbonate chloride hydrate; With a simple formula of; Cu(Y, REE)4(CO3)4(OH)5Cl · 2H2O Usually found as single pseudohexagonal platelets, often curved, and regularly measuring 10-50μm in size. It appears as royal blue to turquoise blue in colour, with a pale blue streak, and a pearly to vitreous lustre. Regarded as a supergene mineral which is believed to be formed through by mildly carbonated ground waters precipitating through the ore body. It is often associated with malachite, kamphaugite-(Y), donnayite-(Y) and caysichite-(Y)

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