Magnetite

Fe3O4

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The most strongly magnetic mineral found in nature, magnetite is an iron oxide (Fe3O4) and an important ore of iron. It crystallizes in the cubic system as octahedral, dodecahedral, or massive forms and is opaque with a metallic luster, a black color, a black streak, and no cleavage. Its Mohs hardness ranges from 5.5 to 6.5 and its specific gravity from 5.17 to 5.18. Naturally magnetized specimens, called lodestone, served as an early form of compass, and magnetite's magnetism remains its most distinctive diagnostic property. Its octahedral crystals, black streak, and absence of cleavage complete a straightforward identification. It is a major constituent of banded iron formations, which supply much of the world's iron ore.

Magnetita é um dos minerais mais magnéticos de todos os minerais naturais e é a principal fonte de minério de ferro.

Sistema Cristalino Cubic (Isometric)
Classe Mineral 04 Oxides and Hydroxides
Dureza Mohs 5.5-6.5
Gravidade Específica 5.17-5.18
Cor Black
Brilho Metallic
Traço Black
Clivagem None
Fratura Conchoidal to uneven
Transparência Opaque
Hábito Cristalino Octahedral, dodecahedral, massive

Dureza Mohs

Mohs Hardness: 5,5 – 6,5
1 Soft10 Hard
Magnetite has a Mohs hardness of 5.5–6.5 on the 1–10 mineral hardness scale.
Dureza Mohs Reference Mineral
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Sistema Cristalino

Cubic (Isometric)
Magnetite crystallizes in the Cubic (Isometric) crystal system.
Propriedade Value
Sistema Cristalino Cubic (Isometric)
Axial Relationships a = b = c, α = β = γ = 90°

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Magnetite?
Magnetite has a Mohs hardness of 5.5-6.5.
What crystal system does Magnetite belong to?
Magnetite crystallizes in the Cubic (Isometric) crystal system.
What color is Magnetite?
Magnetite is typically Black.
What type of luster does Magnetite have?
Magnetite exhibits a Metallic luster.
What is the chemical formula of Magnetite?
The chemical formula of Magnetite is Fe3O4.