Rutile vs Adamite
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Rutile
Rutile is a naturally occurring oxide mineral composed mainly of titanium dioxide (TiO2). Its tetragonal crystals are commonly reddish-brown or yellow-brown and have a very high refractive index, strong birefringence, and notable dispersion. Fine rutile needles in quartz and other gems can create chatoyancy or asterism when aligned, and rutilated quartz is a recognized collector and gem material....
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Adamite
Adamite is a zinc arsenate hydroxide mineral that commonly forms yellow, yellow-green, or pale green crystals and crusts. It occurs in the oxidized zones of zinc-bearing ore deposits and is valued by mineral collectors for its crystal forms and fluorescence, which can produce bright green colors under ultraviolet light. Manganese-bearing adamite, called manganoadamite, can appear pink or reddish,...
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