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Linarite
Linarite is a lead-copper sulfate hydroxide mineral with the chemical formula PbCuSO4(OH)2. It forms as a secondary mineral in the oxidized zones of lead and copper ore deposits, where it commonly appears as deep blue to azure prismatic or tabular crystals and sometimes as crusts or coatings. Because it is rare and relatively delicate, linarite is chiefly collected as a mineral specimen rather tha...
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Phenakite
Phenakite, also spelled phenacite, is a beryllium silicate mineral with the chemical formula Be2SiO4. It commonly forms transparent, colorless crystals but may also appear pale yellow, pink, or brown, and its hardness and relatively high refractive index allow suitable specimens to be cut as gemstones. Notable occurrences include Russia's Ural Mountains and Minas Gerais in Brazil, although fine cr...
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