How do I identify Potassic-fluoro-pargasite?

Potassic-fluoro-pargasite can be identified by its hardness of 6.5 on the Mohs scale, brownish-black color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Potassic-fluoro-pargasite?

Potassic-fluoro-pargasite typically appears in brownish-black. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Potassic-fluoro-pargasite?

Potassic-fluoro-pargasite has a hardness of 6.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color: brownish-black
Hardness (Mohs): 6.5
Density: 3.151 g/cm³
Streak: pale-grey

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: {K}{Ca2}{Mg4Al}(Al2Si6O22)F2 Pargasite is defined as a pargasite group member with the following dominant elements: A position: K C position: Mg as the dominant divalent cation and Al as the dominant trivalent cation. W position: F as the dominant anion
Elements: Al, Ca, F, K, Mg, O, Si

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