How do I identify Jeanbandyite?

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

What color is Jeanbandyite?

Jeanbandyite typically appears in brownish orange. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Jeanbandyite?

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

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color: brownish orange
Hardness (Mohs): 3.5
Density: 3.81 g/cm³
Streak: brownish yellow

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: Fe3+xFe2+1-xSn(OH)6-xOx (1 >= x > 0.5) Ideal end-member: Fe3+Sn(OH)5O; originally assumed to be (Fe3+1-x,◻x)(Sn1-y,◻y)(OH)6
Elements: Fe, H, O, Sn

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