Celestine

SrSO4

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Celestine (celestite) is the primary ore of strontium, named for its occasional celestial blue color. The world's largest geode, the Crystal Cave in Put-in-Bay, Ohio, is lined with celestine crystals up to 90 cm long.

晶系 Orthorhombic
矿物分类 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates
莫氏硬度 3.0-3.5
比重 3.95-3.97
颜色 Colorless, pale blue, white, yellow
光泽 Vitreous
条痕色 White
解理 Perfect {001}
断口 Uneven
透明度 Transparent
晶体习性 Tabular, prismatic

莫氏硬度

Mohs Hardness: 3.0 – 3.5
1 Soft10 Hard

晶系

Orthorhombic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Celestine?
Celestine has a Mohs hardness of 3.0-3.5.
What crystal system does Celestine belong to?
Celestine crystallizes in the Orthorhombic crystal system.
What color is Celestine?
Celestine is typically Colorless, pale blue, white, yellow.
What type of luster does Celestine have?
Celestine exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Celestine?
The chemical formula of Celestine is SrSO4.