Building Blocks of the Earth : Rocks and Minerals
Object ID:
1917.1.7
Collection:
Carr Natural History
Object Name:
Epidote
Dimensions:
H-4.2 W-5.7 L-8.7 cm
Description:
Epidote Classification Mineral - Silicate
Sample is primarily yellowish green (pistachio) epidote with a face of milky quartz. Epidote crystals are poorly formed.
Found:
New York
Chemical Composition:
Ca2Al2FeOSiO4Si2O7(OH)
Crystal System:
Monoclinic
Specific Gravity:
3.3-3.5
Hardness:
06
Luster:
Vitreous
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