Sphalerite

ZnS

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Sphalerite é o principal minério de zinco e um dos minerais sulfetos mais comuns. Seu nome vem do grego 'enganoso' porque era frequentemente confundida com a galena. A esfalerita pura é amarelo pálido; impurezas de ferro a escurecem para marrom ou preto.

Sistema Cristalino Cubic (Isometric)
Classe Mineral 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts
Dureza Mohs 3.5-4.0
Gravidade Específica 3.90-4.10
Cor Yellow, brown, black, red, green
Brilho Adamantine
Traço White to yellow-brown
Clivagem Perfect dodecahedral {110}
Fratura Conchoidal
Transparência 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.