How do I identify Lanthanite-(la)?

Lanthanite-(la) can be identified by its hardness of 2.5 - 3 on the Mohs scale, White color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Lanthanite-(la)?

Lanthanite-(la) typically appears in White, yellowish, pinkish, transparent.. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Lanthanite-(la)?

Lanthanite-(la) has a hardness of 2.5 - 3 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.

How to Identify Lanthanite-(la) | Properties, Meaning & Uses

What is Lanthanite-(la)?

Lanthanites are a group of isostructural rare earth element (REE) carbonate minerals. This group comprises the minerals lanthanite-(La), lanthanite-(Ce), and lanthanite-(Nd). This mineral group has the general chemical formula of (REE)2(CO3)3·8(H2O). Lanthanites include La, Ce, and Nd as major elements and often contain subordinate amounts of other REEs including praseodymium (Pr), samarium (Sm), europium (Eu) and dysprosium (Dy). The lanthanite crystal structure consists of layers of 10-fold coordinated REE-oxygen (O) polyhedra and carbonate (CO3) groups connected by hydrogen bonds to interlayer water molecules, forming a highly hydrated structure.

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