How do I identify Fairfieldite?

Fairfieldite can be identified by its hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale, White color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Fairfieldite?

Fairfieldite typically appears in White, greenish white, light amber, salmon-yellow; colourless in transmitted light.. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Fairfieldite?

Fairfieldite has a hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

Fairfieldite

A variety of Fairfieldite Group

What is Fairfieldite?

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color: White, greenish white, light amber, salmon-yellow; colourless in transmitted light.
Hardness (Mohs): 3.5
Density: 3.095 g/cm³
Streak: White

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: Ca2Mn2+(PO4)2 · 2H2O
Elements: Ca, H, Mn, O, P

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