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Löweite

löweite

Na12Mg7(SO4)13(H2O)15

Löweite: Mineral information, data and localities.

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Overview

Löweite is a rare evaporite sulfate mineral, with the chemical formula Na12Mg7(SO4)13·15H2O. It crystallizes in the hexagonal–trigonal system (space group R3), and is found in marine salt deposits, saline playa crusts, and occasionally as a volcanic sublimation product. It is colorless, but may appear reddish-yellow due to impurities. Löweite has a vitreous luster and a Mohs hardness of 2.5–3.

Scientific references

  1. Löweite — Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q424072 Link
  2. Löweite — Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%C3%B6weite Link