Siderite

FeCO3

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Siderite is an iron carbonate mineral that occurs in sedimentary deposits, hydrothermal veins, and as a replacement mineral. It is an ore of iron, though less important than hematite and magnetite.

Kristallsystem Trigonal
Mineralklasse 05 Carbonates and Nitrates
Mohshärte 3.5-4.5
Dichte 3.83-3.96
Farbe Yellowish-brown, gray, brown, greenish
Glanz Vitreous
Strichfarbe White
Spaltbarkeit Perfect rhombohedral {1011}
Bruch Conchoidal
Transparenz Translucent
Kristallhabitus Rhombohedral with curved faces, botryoidal

Mohshärte

Mohs Hardness: 3,5 – 4,5
1 Soft10 Hard

Kristallsystem

Trigonal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Siderite?
Siderite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5-4.5.
What crystal system does Siderite belong to?
Siderite crystallizes in the Trigonal crystal system.
What color is Siderite?
Siderite is typically Yellowish-brown, gray, brown, greenish.
What type of luster does Siderite have?
Siderite exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Siderite?
The chemical formula of Siderite is FeCO3.