Wolframite

(Fe,Mn)WO4

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Wolframite is an important tungsten ore mineral and forms a series between ferberite (iron-rich) and huebnerite (manganese-rich). Tungsten derived from wolframite is essential for high-temperature industrial applications.

Kristallsystem Monoclinic
Mineralklasse 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates
Mohshärte 4.0-4.5
Dichte 7.00-7.50
Farbe Black, dark brown
Glanz Submetallic
Strichfarbe Dark reddish-brown
Spaltbarkeit Perfect {010}
Bruch Uneven
Transparenz Opaque
Kristallhabitus Tabular, prismatic, bladed

Mohshärte

Mohs Hardness: 4,0 – 4,5
1 Soft10 Hard

Kristallsystem

Monoclinic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Wolframite?
Wolframite has a Mohs hardness of 4.0-4.5.
What crystal system does Wolframite belong to?
Wolframite crystallizes in the Monoclinic crystal system.
What color is Wolframite?
Wolframite is typically Black, dark brown.
What type of luster does Wolframite have?
Wolframite exhibits a Submetallic luster.
What is the chemical formula of Wolframite?
The chemical formula of Wolframite is (Fe,Mn)WO4.