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.
| क्रिस्टल प्रणाली | Trigonal |
| खनिज वर्ग | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates |
| मोह कठोरता | 3.5-4.5 |
| विशिष्ट गुरुत्व | 3.83-3.96 |
| रंग | Yellowish-brown, gray, brown, greenish |
| चमक | Vitreous |
| रेखा रंग | White |
| विदलन | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} |
| विभंग | Conchoidal |
| पारदर्शिता | Translucent |
| क्रिस्टल आदत | Rhombohedral with curved faces, botryoidal |
मोह कठोरता
Mohs Hardness: 3.5 – 4.5
1 Soft10 Hard
क्रिस्टल प्रणाली
TrigonalFrequently 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.