IMA mineral species
Ramsbeckite
(Cu,Zn)₁₅(SO₄)₄(OH)₂₂·6H₂O
Sulfate mineral.
Properties
⛏ Mohs hardness3.5
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A copper coin scratches it.
| Chemical formula | (Cu,Zn)₁₅(SO₄)₄(OH)₂₂·6H₂O |
|---|---|
| Elements | Cu, Zn, S, O, H |
| Crystal system | Monoclinic |
| Mohs hardness | 3.5 |
| Density | — |
| Streak | — |
| Color | — |
| IMA symbol | Rbe |
| Nickel–Strunz class | 7.DD.60 |
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Learn more
- Ramsbeckite on Mindat.org
- Wikidata item Q3929950 (source of this page's data – you can correct it there)
IMA mineral species
3–4
Monoclinic