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Crocoite

PbCrO₄

Chromate mineral.

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Crocoite specimen
Crocoïte Dundas2p.jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license)

Properties

Chemical formulaPbCrO₄
ElementsPb, Cr, O
Crystal systemMonoclinic
Mohs hardness—
Density6.106 g/cm³
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolCrc
Nickel–Strunz class7.FA.20

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

⚠ Handle With Care Moderate caution

☠ Toxic if ingested😷 Dust / fibre inhalation hazard🚫 Don't make water elixirs

Why: Lead chromate. It contains lead and hexavalent chromium and is toxic if swallowed or inhaled as dust. The crystals are also very fragile.

Safe handling: Wash your hands after handling. Don't lick it, put it in your mouth, or make elixirs with it. Don't cut or grind it. Display it out of reach of children and pets.

Sources: Wikipedia: Crocoite · ATSDR ToxFAQs: Lead · Mindat: Crocoite. General safety information only, not medical advice. More on safe handling.

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Beryozovskoye deposit, Russia

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