Olivine

(Mg,Fe)2SiO4

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El olivino es un grupo de minerales silicatados muy comunes en el manto de la Tierra. Tiene una composición que va desde el forsterita (magnesio puro) hasta la fayalita (hierro puro), y es un componente principal de muchas rocas ígneas.

Sistema Cristalino Orthorhombic
Clase Mineral 09 Silicates
Dureza Mohs 6.5-7.0
Gravedad Específica 3.22-4.39
Color Green, yellow-green, olive green
Brillo Vitreous
Raya Colorless
Exfoliación Poor
Fractura Conchoidal
Transparencia Transparent
Hábito Cristalino Granular, prismatic

Dureza Mohs

Mohs Hardness: 6,5 – 7,0
1 Soft10 Hard

Sistema Cristalino

Orthorhombic

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Olivine?
Olivine has a Mohs hardness of 6.5-7.0.
What crystal system does Olivine belong to?
Olivine crystallizes in the Orthorhombic crystal system.
What color is Olivine?
Olivine is typically Green, yellow-green, olive green.
What type of luster does Olivine have?
Olivine exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Olivine?
The chemical formula of Olivine is (Mg,Fe)2SiO4.