How do I identify Potassic-ferro-taramite?

Potassic-ferro-taramite can be identified by its hardness of 5 - 6 on the Mohs scale, Dark bluish-green color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Potassic-ferro-taramite?

Potassic-ferro-taramite typically appears in Dark bluish-green. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Potassic-ferro-taramite?

Potassic-ferro-taramite has a hardness of 5 - 6 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color: Dark bluish-green
Hardness (Mohs): 5 - 6
Streak: White

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: K{CaNa}{Fe2+3Al2}{Si6Al2}O22(OH)2 The taramite group minerals are sodium-calcium amphiboles defined with A(Na+K+2Ca)> 0.5 apfu and 1.5 apfu < C(Al+Fe3++2Ti). Potassic-ferro-taramite is defined with A position: K dominant C2+ position: Fe dominant C3+ position: Al dominant W position: (OH) dominant
Elements: Al, Ca, Fe, H, K, Na, O, Si

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