Sabatierite
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| Sabatierite | |
|---|---|
| General | |
| Category | Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Formula (repeating unit) | Cu6TlSe4 |
| IMA symbol | Sab[1] |
| Strunz classification | 2.BD.45 |
| Dana classification | 02.04.12.02 |
| Crystal system | Orthorhombic |
| Crystal class | Selenides |
| Identification | |
| Formula mass | 695.45 gm |
| Colour | Bluish gray with cream tint |
| Crystal habit | Aggregates, Microscopic crystals |
| Mohs scale hardness | 2.5 |
| Luster | Metallic |
| Diaphaneity | Opaque |
| Pleochroism | Distinct, in light brown to light blue |
Sabatierite (Cu6TlSe4) is a mineral found in the Czech Republic. It is named for the French mineralogist Germain Sabatier (born 1923).[2][3][4]
References[edit]
- ^ Warr, L.N. (2021). "IMA–CNMNC approved mineral symbols". Mineralogical Magazine. 85: 291–320.
- ^ Mindat.org - Sabatierite
- ^ Webmineral.com - Sabatierite
- ^ Handbook of Mineralogy - Sabatierite
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