Xingzhongite

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Xingzhongite
General
Category Sulfide minerals
Formula
(repeating unit)
(Pb,Cu,Fe)(Ir,Pt,Rh)2S4
Strunz classification 2.DA.05
Crystal symmetry Isometric - hexoctahedral
H-M symbol (4/m 3 2/m)
Space Group: F d3m
Identification
Formula mass 645.53 g/mol
Color Steel gray
Crystal system Isometric
Mohs scale hardness 6
Luster Metallic
Diaphaneity Opaque
Specific gravity 6.49
References [1][2]

Xingzhongite is an opaque, metallic mineral named for its location of discovery in China.

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