Hematite

Fe2O3

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Hematite is the principal ore of iron and one of the most common iron minerals. Its name comes from the Greek word for blood, referring to the red color of its streak. Specular hematite has a brilliant metallic luster.

Кристаллическая система Trigonal
Класс минерала 04 Oxides and Hydroxides
Твёрдость по Моосу 5.0-6.5
Удельный вес 5.00-5.30
Цвет Steel-gray to black, red-brown
Блеск Metallic
Черта Reddish-brown
Спайность None
Излом Conchoidal to uneven
Прозрачность Opaque
Кристаллический облик Tabular, botryoidal, massive, rosette

Твёрдость по Моосу

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

Кристаллическая система

Trigonal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Hematite?
Hematite has a Mohs hardness of 5.0-6.5.
What crystal system does Hematite belong to?
Hematite crystallizes in the Trigonal crystal system.
What color is Hematite?
Hematite is typically Steel-gray to black, red-brown.
What type of luster does Hematite have?
Hematite exhibits a Metallic luster.
What is the chemical formula of Hematite?
The chemical formula of Hematite is Fe2O3.