Sphalerite

ZnS

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La esfalerita es el principal mineral de mena de zinc. Muestra una gama muy amplia de colores dependiendo de impurezas, desde transparente a rojo oscuro, marrón y negro.

Sistema Cristalino Cubic (Isometric)
Clase Mineral 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts
Dureza Mohs 3.5-4.0
Gravedad Específica 3.90-4.10
Color Yellow, brown, black, red, green
Brillo Adamantine
Raya White to yellow-brown
Exfoliación Perfect dodecahedral {110}
Fractura Conchoidal
Transparencia Translucent
Hábito Cristalino Tetrahedral, dodecahedral, massive

Dureza Mohs

Mohs Hardness: 3,5 – 4,0
1 Soft10 Hard

Sistema Cristalino

Cubic (Isometric)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Sphalerite?
Sphalerite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5-4.0.
What crystal system does Sphalerite belong to?
Sphalerite crystallizes in the Cubic (Isometric) crystal system.
What color is Sphalerite?
Sphalerite is typically Yellow, brown, black, red, green.
What type of luster does Sphalerite have?
Sphalerite exhibits a Adamantine luster.
What is the chemical formula of Sphalerite?
The chemical formula of Sphalerite is ZnS.