How do I identify Oxo-magnesio-hastingsite?

Oxo-magnesio-hastingsite can be identified by its hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, Brown color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Oxo-magnesio-hastingsite?

Oxo-magnesio-hastingsite typically appears in Brown. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Oxo-magnesio-hastingsite?

Oxo-magnesio-hastingsite has a hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color: Brown
Hardness (Mohs): 6
Density: 3.219 g/cm³
Streak: White

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: NaCa2(Mg3(Fe3+2-x,Tix))5(Al2Si6)O22O2 Oxo-magnesio-hastingsite is defined as an amphibole with wO > 1 apfu zTi<0.5 apfu , (i.e x<0.5) and A position: Na dominant C2+ position: Mg dominant C3+ position: Fe dominant The mindat formula acknowledges the important role of the M3+(OH) ->TiO2 substitution that are necessary to form w(O)-dominant amphiboles.
Elements: Al, Ca, Fe, Mg, Na, O, Si, Ti

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