IMA mineral species

Artroeite

PbAlF₃(OH)₂

Aluminofluoride mineral.

Artroeite specimen
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Properties

⚖ Density5.242 g/cm³
Very heavy
Chemical formulaPbAlF₃(OH)₂
ElementsPb, Al, F, O, H
Crystal systemTriclinic
Mohs hardness—
Density5.242 g/cm³
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolAte
Nickel–Strunz class3.CC.15

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Grand Reef mine, United States

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Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.