Limonite
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Limonite

Mineral Properties and Uses



Physical Properties of Limonite

Uses a minor ore of iron
Color medium to dark yellowish brown
Streak yellowish brown
Luster dull to earthy
Diaphaneity opaque
Cleavage because limonite is a mixture of other minerals it has no cleavage of its own
Mohs Hardness 1 - 5
Specific Gravity 2.7 - 4.3
Distinguishing Characteristics variable - can be yellow-brown, brown, redish brown
Crystal System amorphous to cryptocrystalline

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:: برچسب‌ها: Properties, economic geology, Limonite, uses
نویسنده : R
تاریخ : جمعه ۲۲ شهریور ۱۳۹۲
زمان : 22:31