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Carbonates and Nitrates
Minerals containing the carbonate (CO3) or nitrate (NO3) radical. Calcite, aragonite, dolomite, malachite, and azurite are among the most common and well-known members of this class.
Aragonite
CaCO3
Orthorhombic
Azurite
Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2
Monoclinic
Calcite
CaCO3
Trigonal
Dolomite
CaMg(CO3)2
Trigonal
Malachite
Cu2(CO3)(OH)2
Monoclinic
Rhodochrosite
MnCO3
Trigonal
Siderite
FeCO3
Trigonal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carbonates and Nitrates mineral class?
Minerals containing the carbonate (CO3) or nitrate (NO3) radical. Calcite, aragonite, dolomite, malachite, and azurite are among the most common and well-known members of this class.
How many minerals are in the Carbonates and Nitrates class?
There are 7 minerals classified in the Carbonates and Nitrates class on MineralFYI.
What defines the Carbonates and Nitrates class?
Minerals in the Carbonates and Nitrates class (Strunz code 05) are grouped by their dominant chemical anion or anionic group in the Strunz classification system.