Pecoraite
A variety of Minerals
What is Pecoraite?
Pecoraite is a nickel silicate mineral and a member of the serpentine group. It was named after geologist William Thomas Pecora. It is monoclinic and has a chemical composition of Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4. It is associated with the weathering-and-or oxidation of meteorites or nickel sulfide minerals such as millerite. It is also found in altered ultramafic rocks. Pecoriate is typically a green, lime green, or bluegreen mineral with a waxy, or earthy luster and a mohs hardness of 2.5. Common textural habits associated with Pecoraite are curved plates, spirals and tubes. It can also be granular and massive.
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Green, blue-green yellow-green
- Density
- 3.47 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
- Elements
- H, Ni, O, Si
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