IMA mineral species

Misenite

K₈H₆(SO₄)₇

Sulfate mineral.

Misenite specimen
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Properties

Chemical formulaK₈H₆(SO₄)₇
ElementsK, H, S, O
Crystal systemMonoclinic
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolMse
Nickel–Strunz class7.AD.15

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

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Phlegraean Fields, Italy

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