Where is aurichalcite found

Crystallography: Monoclin ic Commonly found in radiating needle crystals. Vitreous luster. Composition, Structure and Associated Minerals: Aurichalcite is found as a secondary mineral in deposits in zinc and copper ores.

While typically found as radiating sprays of needle like crystals, it can also be found in crusts or rarely in more compact columnar, laminated or granular forms. It was first described in , the name means "mountain copper. Associated minerals include: calcite , rosasite, smithsonite , hemimorphite, hydrozincite, limonite , malachite and azurite. Identification and Diagnostics Aurichalcite gives positive tests for both copper and zinc, it is soluble in hydrocloric acid with emission of carbon dioxide.

It is recognized by the presence of both copper and zinc, its color, crystal form and its solubility in acids. Localities Aurichalcite typically occurs in the oxidized zone of copper and zinc deposits in locations where carbonates are present in the wall rocks. It is a very minor ore of zinc and copper. It is valued more highly as a mineral specimen because it makes for attractive, well colored specimens that are highly valued by mineral collectors. Complex Tests.

Effervesce s in dilute hydrochloric acid. In Group. Carbonates ;. Striking Features. Color, crystal habits, fragility, and occurrences. As a secondary mineral in the oxidation zone of zinc and copper sulfide deposits. Rock Type. Sedimentary , Metamorphic. Popularity Prevalence Demand Brass Ore. The map below shows major documented concentrations of aurichalcite:. What's this? QR Codes are barcodes that can be read by smart phone cameras.

What can I do with it? You can copy and print the QR code to a plant label, poster, book, web site, magazines, or newspaper so smart phone users can scan the QR Code which automatically takes them to this specific article. A-5B Aurichalcite from Russia. Crystal System Monoclinic. Blue Calamine. These tags can be used to properly identify mineral samples in your collection. Light green compact groups of Aurichalcite with Calcite. Nice specimen for this locality.

Aurichalcite from Chief mine, Empire dist. Bladed crystals to 6mm. Beautiful thin bladed divergent sprays to 7mm. Tiny 2mm or less bluish sprays throughout the matrix. Good specimen for the locality.

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