Tibet Autonomous Region, China

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Mineral List:

Actinolite ☐Ca   2 (Mg,Fe 2+   )   5 (Si   8 O   22 )(OH)   2 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Alabandite Mn 2+   S Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Albite Na[AlSi   3 O   8 ] Reference: [Gu, X.X., Tang, J.X., Wang, C.S., Chen, J.P., and He, B.B. (2003): Mineralogy and Petrology 78, 1-20] 'Albite-Anorthite Series' Reference: [Li Zhang, Juxing Tang, Qi Deng, Yong Huang, Xinhai Lang, Jim Lang, and Reza Tafiti (2007): Journal of Chengdu University of Technology (Science and Technology Edition), 34(3), 318-326.] Allophane (Al   2 O   3 )(SiO   2 )   1.3-2 ·2.5-3H   2 O Reference: [Gu, X.X., Tang, J.X., Wang, C.S., Chen, J.P., and He, B.B. (2003): Mineralogy and Petrology 78, 1-20] Aluminium Al Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Alunite KAl   3 [(OH)   3 |SO   4 ]   2 Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Yuling Xie, Wenyi Xu, Yinqing Li, Xlangkun Zhu, Zaw Khin, Beaudoin, G., Zongyao Rui, Wei Huang, and Ciren Luobu (2007): International Geology Review 49(3), 235-258.] Andalusite Al   2 [O|SiO   4 ] Reference: [Li Zhang, Juxing Tang, Qi Deng, Yong Huang, Xinhai Lang, Jim Lang, and Reza Tafiti (2007): Journal of Chengdu University of Technology (Science and Technology Edition), 34(3), 318-326.] Andradite Ca   3 Fe 3+ 2 [SiO   4 ]   3 Reference: [Gu, X.X., Tang, J.X., Wang, C.S., Chen, J.P., and He, B.B. (2003): Mineralogy and Petrology 78, 1-20] Anduoite (TL) (Ru,Os)As   2 Type Locality: Anduo Cr deposit, Amdo (Anduo) Co., Nagchu (Naqu) Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region, China Reference: [Yu, T., and Chou, H. (1979): Kexue Tongbao 15, 704-708.] Anglesite PbSO   4 Reference: [Singer, D.A., Berger, V.I., and Moring, B.C. (2008): US Geological Survey Open-File Report 2008-1155.] Anhydrite CaSO   4 Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] Anorthite var: Bytownite (Ca,Na)[Al(Al,Si)Si   2 O   8 ] Reference: [Bao Peisheng, Xiao Xuchang, Su Li, and Wang Jun (2007): Science in China, Series D (Earth Sciences), 50(5), 660-671.] Aphthitalite (K,Na)   3 Na(SO   4 )   2 Reference: [Yong-Sheng Zhang, Mian-Ping Zheng, Zhen Nie, and Ling-Zhong Bu (2005): Sea-lake Salt and Chemical Industry [Yanye Yu Huagong] 34(4), 1-5.] Aragonite CaCO   3 Reference: [Goto, A., Arakawa, H., Morinaga, H., and Sakiyama, T. (2003): Journal of Asian Earth Science 21, 979-988.] Arsenopyrite FeAsS - (Fe   0.90 Co   0.10 )AsS Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Augite (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe 2+   ,Al,Fe 3+   ,Ti)[(Si,Al)   2 O   6 ] Reference: [Bao Peisheng, Xiao Xuchang, Su Li, and Wang Jun (2007): Science in China, Series D (Earth Sciences), 50(5), 660-671.] Awaruite Ni   3 Fe Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] Azurite Cu   3 [OH|CO   3 ]   2 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Baryte BaSO   4 Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] Biotite Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Bismuthinite Bi   2 S   3 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Borax Na   2 [B   4 O   7 ] · 10H   2 O Reference: [Yu, G., Harrison, S.P., and Xue, B. (2001): MPI-BGC Technology Report No. 4, pp. 183-190.] Bornite Cu   5 FeS   4 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Boulangerite Pb   5 Sb   4 S   11 Reference: [Xiao-Ping Fan, Ji Duo, Chun-Qi Wen, Jian-Ci Guo, Xian-Cai Hu, Hui-Qiang Chen, and Xiao-Wen Li (2005): Sedimentary Geology and Tethyan Geology [Chenji Yu Tetisi Dizhi] 25(4), 33-36.] Calcite CaCO   3 Reference: [American Mineralogist, Volume 94, pages 387–390, 2009] Carboborite (TL) Ca   2 Mg[CO   3 |B(OH)   4 ]   2 · 4H   2 O Type Locality: Qinghai plateau (Chinghai plateau), Tibet Autonomous Region, China Reference: [Hsieh Hsien-Te, Chien Tze-Chiang, and Liu Lai-Pao (1964): Scientia Sinica 13(5), 813-821 (in Russian).] Cassiterite SnO   2 Reference: [Zhusen Yang, Zengqian Hou, Xiangjin Meng, Yingchao Liu, Hongcai Fei, Shihong Tian, Zhenqing Li, and Wei Gao (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press)] Cerussite PbCO   3 Reference: [Singer, D.A., Berger, V.I., and Moring, B.C. (2008): US Geological Survey Open-File Report 2008-1155.] 'Chalcedony' Reference: [Zhusen Yang, Zengqian Hou, Xiangjin Meng, Yingchao Liu, Hongcai Fei, Shihong Tian, Zhenqing Li, and Wei Gao (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press)] 'Chalcedony var: Agate' SiO   2 Reference: [http://www.tibetinfor.com/tibetzt/naqu/doc/0301.htm] Chalcocite Cu   2 S Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Chalcopyrite CuFeS   2 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] 'Chlorite Group' Reference: [American Mineralogist, Volume 94, pages 387–390, 2009] Chlorite Group var: Brunsvigite (Fe 2+   ,Mg,Al)   6 (Si,Al)   4 O   10 (OH)   8 Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] Chromite FeCr   2 O   4 Reference: [http://www.tibetinfor.com/tibetzt/naqu/doc/0301.htm] Chromium Cr Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] Chrysocolla (Cu,Al)   2 H   2 Si   2 O   5 (OH)   4 ·nH   2 O Reference: [Rebagliati, C.M., Lang, J.R., and Chisholm, I.R. (2007): Summary report on the 2006 exploration program at the Xietongmen property. Continental Minerals Corporation, Technical Report NI 43-101.] Cinnabar HgS Reference: [Zhusen Yang, Zengqian Hou, Xiangjin Meng, Yingchao Liu, Hongcai Fei, Shihong Tian, Zhenqing Li, and Wei Gao (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press)] Clinochlore (Mg,Fe 2+   )   5 Al[(OH)   8 |AlSi   3 O   10 ] Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] 'Clinopyroxene Subgroup' Reference: [Rendeng Shi, Jinsui Yang, Zhiqin Xu, and Xuexiang Qi (2007): Journal of Asian Earth Sciences 32(5/6), 438-457.] Coesite SiO   2 Reference: [Wenji Bai, Nicheng Shi, Qingsong Fang, Guowu Li, Ming Xiong, Jingsui Yang, and He Rong (2006): Acta Geologica Sinica 80(5), 656-659.] Copper Cu Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] Cordierite (Mg,Fe)   2 Al   4 Si   5 O   18 Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] Corundum Al   2 O   3 Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Cosalite Pb   2 Bi   2 S   5 Reference: [AmMin 85:264] Covellite CuS Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Crossite Reference: [Kapp, P., Yin, A., Manning, C.E., Murphy, M., Harrison, T.M., Spurlin, M., Lin, D., Xiguang, D., and Cunming, W. (2000): Geology 28(1), 19-22.] Cubanite CuFe   2 S   3 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Cuprite Cu   2 O Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Delafossite CuFeO   2 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Diamond C Reference: [Xiangzhen Xu, Jingsui Yang, Dengzhu Ba, Qingsong Fang, Songyong Chen, Wenji Bai, and Huaqi Li (2008): Preliminary research on Kangjinla podiform chromite deposit in Tibet. Presented at the 33rd International Geological Congress, Oslo, August 6-14, 2008.] Dickite Al   2 Si   2 O   5 (OH)   4 Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Yuling Xie, Wenyi Xu, Yinqing Li, Xlangkun Zhu, Zaw Khin, Beaudoin, G., Zongyao Rui, Wei Huang, and Ciren Luobu (2007): International Geology Review 49(3), 235-258.] Digenite Cu   9 S   5 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Diopside CaMg[Si   2 O   6 ] Reference: [Meifu Zhou, Robinson, P.T., Malpas, J., and Li Zijin (1996): Journal of Petrology 37(1), 3-21.] Dolomite CaMg(CO   3 )   2 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Enargite Cu   3 AsS   4 Reference: [AmMin 85:264] Endellite Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Yuling Xie, Wenyi Xu, Yinqing Li, Xlangkun Zhu, Zaw Khin, Beaudoin, G., Zongyao Rui, Wei Huang, and Ciren Luobu (2007): International Geology Review 49(3), 235-258.] Enstatite Mg   2 [SiO   3 ]   2 Reference: [Meifu Zhou, Robinson, P.T., Malpas, J., and Li Zijin (1996): Journal of Petrology 37(1), 3-21.] Epidote {Ca   2 }{Al   2 Fe 3+   }[O|OH|SiO   4 |Si   2 O   7 ] Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] 'Feldspar Group' Reference: [Guangming Li, Qinggui Zeng, Yongyuan Yong, Dafa Gao, Gaoming Wang, and Bo Liu (2005): Mineral Deposits [Kuangchuang Dizhi] 24(6), 595-602.] Ferroglaucophane [ ][Na   2 ][Fe 2+ 3 Al   2 ][(OH)   2 |Si   8 O   22 ] Reference: [Kapp, P., Yin, A., Manning, C.E., Murphy, M., Harrison, T.M., Spurlin, M., Lin, D., Xiguang, D., and Cunming, W. (2000): Geology 28(1), 19-22.] Fluorite CaF   2 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Forsterite Mg   2 [SiO   4 ] Reference: [Bai, W.J., Fang, Q.S., Zhang, Z.M., et al. (2001): Acta Petrologica et Mineralogica 20(1), 1-9.] Galena PbS Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Galena var: Argentiferous Galena Reference: [Beaudoin, G., Hébert, R., Wang, C., and Tang, J. (2000): Presented at the China & East Asia Symposium 2000.] Galenobismutite PbBi   2 S   4 Reference: [AmMin 85:264] 'Garnet Group' X   3 Z   2 (TO   4 )   3 (X = Ca, Fe, etc·, Z = Al, Cr, etc·, T = Si, As, V) Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Gaylussite Na   2 Ca(CO   3 )   2 ·5H   2 O Reference: [Zheng Mianping and Liu Wengao (1987): Acta Mineralogica Sinica 7(3), 221-226.] Glaucophane [ ][Na   2 ][Mg   3 Al   2 ][(OH)   2 |Si   8 O   22 ] Reference: [Kapp, P., Yin, A., Manning, C.E., Murphy, M., Harrison, T.M., Spurlin, M., Lin, D., Xiguang, D., and Cunming, W. (2000): Geology 28(1), 19-22.] Goethite α-Fe 3+   O(OH) Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Zhiming Yang, Xiaoming Qu, Xianjin Meng, Zhenqing Li, Beaudoin, G., Zongyao Rui, and Yongfeng Gao (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press)] Gold Au Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] Gold var: Electrum (Au, Ag) Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] Graphite C Reference: [CanMin 38:585-598 (2000)] Grossular Ca   3 Al   2 [SiO   4 ]   3 Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Zhiming Yang, Xiaoming Qu, Xianjin Meng, Zhenqing Li, Beaudoin, G., Zongyao Rui, and Yongfeng Gao (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press)] Gypsum Ca[SO   4 ] · 2H   2 O Reference: [http://www.mineralmundi.com/zhabuye-salt-lake-10100775.htm] Halite NaCl Reference: [http://www.mineralmundi.com/zhabuye-salt-lake-10100775.htm; Zheng Mianping and Liu Wengao (1987): Acta Mineralogica Sinica 7(3), 221-226.] Halloysite Al   2 Si   2 O   5 (OH)   4 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Hedenbergite CaFe 2+   [Si   2 O   6 ] Reference: [Guangming Li, Kezhang Qin, Kuishou Ding, Tiebing Liu, Jinxiang Li, Shaohuai Wang, Shanyuan Jiang, and Xingchun Zhang (2006): Resource Geology 56(3), 315-336.] Hematite Fe   2 O   3 Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Hematite var: Specularite Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Hessite Ag   2 Te Reference: [Singer, D.A., Berger, V.I., and Moring, B.C. (2008): US Geological Survey Open-File Report 2008-1155.] 'Hornblende' Reference: [Kaijun Zhang, Jianxin Cai, Yuxiu Zhang, and Taiping Zhao (2006): Earth and Planetary Science Letters 245(3/4), 722-729.] Hungchaoite (TL) Mg[B   4 O   7 ] · 9H   2 O Type Locality: Qinghai plateau (Chinghai plateau), Tibet Autonomous Region, China Description: The type material was recovered from an unspecified saline borate deposit, located somewhere on the Qinghai plateau Reference: [Chu I-Hua, Hsieh Hsien-Te, Chien Tze-Chiang, and Liu Lai-Pao (1964): Scientia Sinica 13(3), 525-557 (in Russian).] Hydroboracite CaMg[B   3 O   4 (OH)   3 ]   2 · 3H   2 O Reference: [J.W. Anthony, R.A. Bideaux, K.W. Bladh, M.C. Nichols: Handbook of Mineralogy, Vol. V (2003)] Hydromagnesite Mg   5 [(CO   3 )   4 (OH)   2 ] · 4H   2 O Reference: [Goto, A., Arakawa, H., Morinaga, H., and Sakiyama, T. (2003): Journal of Asian Earth Science 21, 979-988.] Illite K   0.65 A   2.0 [][Al   0.65 Si,   3.35 O   10 ](OH)   2 Reference: [Gu, X.X., Tang, J.X., Wang, C.S., Chen, J.P., and He, B.B. (2003): Mineralogy and Petrology 78, 1-20] Ilmenite Fe 2+   TiO   3 Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Khin Zaw, Guitang Pan, Xuanxue Mo, Qiang Xu, Yunzhong Hu, and Xingzhen Li (2007): Ore Geology Reviews 31, 48-87.] Inyoite Ca(H   4 B   3 O   7 )(OH) · 4H   2 O Reference: [http://www.mineralmundi.com/zhacang-caka-10055381.htm] Irarsite (Ir,Ru,Rh,Pt)AsS Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Iridarsenite (Ir,Ru)As   2 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Iridium var: Osmiridium Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Iridium var: Ruthenosmiridium (Ir,Os,Ru) Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Iron Fe Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] 'Jade' Reference: [http://www.tibetinfor.com/tibetzt/naqu/doc/0301.htm] Jarosite KFe 3+     3 [(OH)   3 |SO   4 ]   2 Reference: [Singer, D.A., Berger, V.I., and Moring, B.C. (2008): US Geological Survey Open-File Report 2008-1155.] Kaolinite Al   2 Si   2 O   5 (OH)   4 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] 'K Feldspar' Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Zhiming Yang, Xiaoming Qu, Xianjin Meng, Zhenqing Li, Beaudoin, G., Zongyao Rui, and Yongfeng Gao (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press)] Kurgantaite CaSr[B   5 O   9 ]Cl · H   2 O Reference: [Anthony, J.W. et al.: Handbook of Mineralogy] Kurnakovite Mg(H   4 B   3 O   7 )(OH) · 5H   2 O Reference: [Zheng Xiyu (1984): Chinese Journal of Oceanology and Limnology 2(2), 218-226.] Kyanite Al   2 [O|SiO   4 ] Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf] Laurite RuS   2 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Lepidocrocite γ-Fe 3+   O(OH) Reference: [Zhusen Yang, Zengqian Hou, Xiangjin Meng, Yingchao Liu, Hongcai Fei, Shihong Tian, Zhenqing Li, and Wei Gao (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press)] Lime CaO Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Limonite FeO(OH)·nH   2 O Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Litharge PbO Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Löllingite FeAs   2 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Luobusaite (TL) Fe   0.84 Si   2 Type Locality: Luobusa ophiolite, Qusum (Qusong) Co., Shannan (Lhokha; Lhoka) Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region, China Reference: [Wenji Bai, Nicheng Shi, Qingsong Fang, Guowu Li, Ming Xiong, Jingsui Yang, and He Rong (2006): Acta Geologica Sinica 80(5), 656-659; MinAbs MA 07M/0529 (abstract).] Magnesiochromite MgCr   2 O   4 Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] Magnesioriebeckite [ ][Na   2 ][Mg   3 Fe 3+ 2 ][(OH)   2 |Si   8 O   22 ] Reference: [Kapp, P., Yin, A., Manning, C.E., Murphy, M., Harrison, T.M., Spurlin, M., Lin, D., Xiguang, D., and Cunming, W. (2000): Geology 28(1), 19-22.] Magnesite MgCO   3 Reference: [http://www.mineralmundi.com/zhacang-caka-10055381.htm] Magnetite Fe 2+   Fe 3+ 2 O   4 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Malachite Cu   2 [(OH)   2 |CO   3 ] Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Marcasite FeS   2 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Millerite NiS Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Mirabilite Na   2 SO   4 ·10H   2 O Reference: [Yu, G., Harrison, S.P., and Xue, B. (2001): MPI-BGC Technology Report No. 4, pp. 183-190.] Moissanite SiC Reference: [Wenji Bai, Nicheng Shi, Qingsong Fang, Guowu Li, Ming Xiong, Jingsui Yang, and He Rong (2006): Acta Geologica Sinica 80(5), 656-659.] Molybdenite MoS   2 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Molybdite MoO   3 Reference: [Qu Xiaoming, Zengqian Hou, Khin Zaw, and Li Youguo (2007): Ore Geology Reviews 31(1-4), 205-223.] Monohydrocalcite CaCO   3 ·H   2 O Reference: [Minghui Li, Shichang Kang, Liping Zhu, Qinglong You, Qianggong Zhang, and Junbo Wang (2008): Quaternary International 187, 105-116.] Montmorillonite (Na,Ca)   0.33 (Al,Mg)   2 Si   4 O   10 (OH)   2 ·nH   2 O Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Muscovite KAl   2 [(OH)   2 |AlSi   3 O   10 ] Reference: [Li Zhang, Juxing Tang, Qi Deng, Yong Huang, Xinhai Lang, Jim Lang, and Reza Tafiti (2007): Journal of Chengdu University of Technology (Science and Technology Edition), 34(3), 318-326.] Nickel Ni Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] Northupite Na   3 Mg(CO   3 )   2 Cl Reference: [Zheng Mianping and Liu Wengao (1987): Acta Mineralogica Sinica 7(3), 221-226.] 'Olivine' (Mg,Fe 2+   )   2 [SiO   4 ] Reference: [Meifu Zhou, Robinson, P.T., Malpas, J., and Li Zijin (1996): Journal of Petrology 37(1), 3-21.] Omphacite (Ca,Na)(Mg,Al)[Si   2 O   6 ] Reference: [Kaijun Zhang, Jianxin Cai, Yuxiu Zhang, and Taiping Zhao (2006): Earth and Planetary Science Letters 245(3/4), 722-729.] Opal SiO   2 ·nH   2 O Reference: [Rocks&Min. 22:625.] Opal var: Geyserite Reference: [Yuanyi Zhao, Fengjun Nie, Zengqian Hou, Zhenqing Li, Xitao Zhao, and Zhibang Ma (2006): Mineral Deposits [Kuangchuang Dizhi] 25(3), 281-291 ] Orthoclase K[AlSi   3 O   8 ] Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] Osarsite (Os,Ru)AsS Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Osmium (Os,Ir,Ru) Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Osmium var: Iridosmine (Os,Ir) Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] Palladium (Pd,Pt) Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Periclase MgO Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Phengite Reference: [Kaijun Zhang, Jianxin Cai, Yuxiu Zhang, and Taiping Zhao (2006): Earth and Planetary Science Letters 245(3/4), 722-729.] Phlogopite KMg   3 [(OH,F)   2 |AlSi   3 O   10 ] Reference: [Yanjing Chen, Huayong Chen, Khin Zaw, Pirajno, F., and Zengjie Zhang (2007): Ore Geology Reviews 31, 139-169.] Pinnoite Mg[B   2 O(OH)   6 ] Reference: [Zheng Xiyu (1984): Chinese Journal of Oceanology and Limnology 2(2), 218-226.] Pyrite FeS   2 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Pyrite var: Bravoite (Fe,Ni)S   2 Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Pyrrhotite Fe   7 S   8 , (-4M), also given as Fe   1-x S (x = 0 - 0.2) Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Quartz SiO   2 Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Yuling Xie, Wenyi Xu, Yinqing Li, Xlangkun Zhu, Zaw Khin, Beaudoin, G., Zongyao Rui, Wei Huang, and Ciren Luobu (2007): International Geology Review 49(3), 235-258.] Xiongcun Cu-(Au) deposit, Xaitongmoin (Xietongmen) Co., Xigazê (Rikaze; Shigatse) Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region, China © Joseph A. Freilich Qusongite (TL) WC Type Locality: Luobusa ophiolite, Qusum (Qusong) Co., Shannan (Lhokha; Lhoka) Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region, China Reference: [IMA website; American Mineralogist, Volume 94, pages 387–390, 2009] Realgar As   4 S   4 Reference: [Guangming Li, Qinggui Zeng, Yongyuan Yong, Dafa Gao, Gaoming Wang, and Bo Liu (2005): Mineral Deposits [Kuangchuang Dizhi] 24(6), 595-602.] Rhodium (Rh,Pt) Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Ruarsite (TL) (Ru,Os)AsS Type Locality: Anduo Cr deposit, Amdo (Anduo) Co., Nagchu (Naqu) Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region, China Description: In chromium ores from the Alpine-type ultramafic. Reference: [Yu Tsu-hsiang and Chou Hsueh-tsi (1979): Kexue Tongbao [Science Bulletin] 24(7), 310-316; Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Ruthenarsenite (Ru,Ni)As Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Rutheniridosmine (Ir,Os,Ru) Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Ruthenium (Ru,Ir) Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Rutile TiO   2 Description: Silicium-rich rutile. Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Scheelite Ca[WO   4 ] Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] 'Sericite' Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] 'Serpentine Group' D   2 [Si   2 O   5 ](OH)4 + or - nH   2 O Reference: [Meifu Zhou, Robinson, P.T., Malpas, J., and Li Zijin (1996): Journal of Petrology 37(1), 3-21.] Siderite FeCO   3 Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] Silicon Si Reference: [Wenji Bai, Robinson, P.T., Qingsong Fang, Jingsui Yang, Binggang Yan, Zhongming Zhang, Xufeng Hu, Meifu Zhou, and Malpas, J. (2000): Canadian Mineralogist 38(3), 585-598.] Silver Ag Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Smithsonite ZnCO   3 Reference: [Singer, D.A., Berger, V.I., and Moring, B.C. (2008): US Geological Survey Open-File Report 2008-1155.] Sperrylite PtAs   2 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Sphalerite (Zn,Fe 2+   )S Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Spinel MgAl   2 O   4 Description: Silicium-spinel. Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Spinel var: Chromspinel Mg(Al,Cr 3+   )   2 O   4 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Stibnite Sb   2 S   3 Reference: [Sihong Jiang, Fengjun Nie, Peng Hu, Xinrong Lai, and Yifei Liu (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).] Sylvite KCl Reference: [Yong-Sheng Zhang, Mian-Ping Zheng, Zhen Nie, and Ling-Zhong Bu (2005): Sea-lake Salt and Chemical Industry [Yanye Yu Huagong] 34(4), 1-5.] Szaibélyite Mg   2 [(OH)(B   2 O   4 (OH))] Reference: [J.W. Anthony, R.A. Bideaux, K.W. Bladh, M.C. Nichols: Handbook of Mineralogy, Vol. V (2003)] Tennantite (Cu,Ag,Fe,Zn)   12 As   4 S   13 Reference: [Zengqian Hou, Yuling Xie, Wenyi Xu, Yinqing Li, Xlangkun Zhu, Zaw Khin, Beaudoin, G., Zongyao Rui, Wei Huang, and Ciren Luobu (2007): International Geology Review 49(3), 235-258.] Tenorite CuO Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Tetrahedrite (Cu,Fe,Ag,Zn)   12 Sb   4 S   13 Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Thenardite Na   2 SO   4 Reference: [Yu, G., Harrison, S.P., and Xue, B. (2001): Lake status records from China: Data Base Documentation. MPI-BGC Technology Report No. 4, pp. 157-161.] Thermonatrite Na   2 CO   3 ·H   2 O Reference: [Yuan, H.R., Zheng, M.P., and Si, D.X. (2005): Abstracts of the IX. International Conference on Salt Lake Research, September 26-30, Perth, Australia.] Tin Sn Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Tincalconite Na   2 [B   4 O   7 ] · 5H   2 O Reference: [http://www.mineralmundi.com/chalaka-10055348.htm] Tibet Autonomous Region, China   Titanite CaTi[O|SiO   4 ] Reference: [Kaijun Zhang, Jianxin Cai, Yuxiu Zhang, and Taiping Zhao (2006): Earth and Planetary Science Letters 245(3/4), 722-729.] Titanium Ti Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf] Tongbaite Cr   3 C   2 Reference: [http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1G1-130213802.html] Tongxinite Cu   2 Zn Reference: [Shuai, D., Zhang, R., Luo, M., et al. (1998): Acta Mineralogica Sinica 18(4), 509-512; Xie Yuling, Hou Zengqian, Xu Jiuhua, Yuan Zhongxin, Bai Ge, and Li Xiaoyu (2006): Science in China, Series D (Earth Sciences), 49(6), 597-603.] 'Tourmaline' Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Tremolite ☐[Ca   2 ][Mg   5 ][(OH)   2 |Si   8 O   22 ] Reference: [Gu, X.X., Tang, J.X., Wang, C.S., Chen, J.P., and He, B.B. (2003): Mineralogy and Petrology 78, 1-20] Trona Na   3 H(CO   3 )   2 ·2H   2 O Reference: [Yuan, H.R., Zheng, M.P., and Si, D.X. (2005): Abstracts of the IX. International Conference on Salt Lake Research, September 26-30, Perth, Australia.] 'Tungsten' W Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Ulexite NaCa[B   5 O   6 (OH)   6 ] · 5H   2 O Reference: [J.W. Anthony, R.A. Bideaux, K.W. Bladh, M.C. Nichols: Handbook of Mineralogy, Vol. V (2003)] Vesuvianite Ca   10 (Mg,Fe)   2 Al   4 Si   9 O   34 (OH)   4 Reference: [Gu, X.X., Tang, J.X., Wang, C.S., Chen, J.P., and He, B.B. (2003): Mineralogy and Petrology 78, 1-20] Violarite Fe 2+   Ni 3+ 2 S   4 Reference: [Anthony, Bideaux, Bladh, Nichols: "Handbook of Mineralogy", Vol. 1, 1990] Wittichenite Cu   3 BiS   3 Reference: [Guangming Li, Kezhang Qin, Kuishou Ding, Tiebing Liu, Jinxiang Li, Shaohuai Wang, Shanyuan Jiang, and Xingchun Zhang (2006): Resource Geology 56(3), 315-336.] Wollastonite Ca[SiO   3 ] Reference: [Wanming Yuan, Zengqian Hou, Shengrong Li, and Shicheng Wang (2001): Science in China, Series D (Earth Sciences), 44(s), 139-145.] Wüstite FeO Reference: [Wenji Bai, Nicheng Shi, Qingsong Fang, Guowu Li, Ming Xiong, Jingsui Yang, and He Rong (2006): Acta Geologica Sinica 80(5), 656-659.] Yarlongite (TL) Cr   4 Fe   4 NiC   4 Type Locality: Luobusa ophiolite, Qusum (Qusong) Co., Shannan (Lhokha; Lhoka) Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region, China Reference: [Shi Nicheng, Ma Zhesheng, Xiong Ming, Dai Mingquan, Bai Wenji, Fang Qingsong, Yan Binggang, and Yang Jingsui (2005): Science in China, Series D (Earth Sciences), 48(3), 338-345.] Zabuyelite (TL) Li   2 CO   3 Type Locality: Zabuye (Zhabuye) Salt Lake (Chabyer Caka), Zhongba Co., Xigazê (Rikaze; Shigatse) Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region, China Reference: [Zheng Mianping and Liu Wengao (1987): Acta Mineralogica Sinica 7(3), 221-226.] Zangboite (TL) TiFeSi   2 Type Locality: Luobusa ophiolite, Qusum (Qusong) Co., Shannan (Lhokha; Lhoka) Prefecture, Tibet Autonomous Region, China Reference: [IMA website] 'Zeolite Group' Reference: [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2005/1060/PorCu.txt] Zinc Zn Reference: [http://www.ngu.no/FileArchive/165/2003_055.pdf Geological Survey of Norway / The Alice Wain Memorial West Norway Eclogite Field Symposium / Abstract Volume p. 8.] Zoisite {Ca   2 }{Al   3 }[O|OH|SiO   4 |Si   2 O   7 ] Reference: [Wenyi Xu, Fengchu Pan, Xiaoming Qu, Zengqian Hou, Zhusen Yang, Weishi Chen, Dan Yang, and Yanhe Cui (2009): Ore Geology Reviews (in press).]

190 entries listed. 155 valid minerals. 9 type localities (valid minerals).

Localities in this Region:

China   Tibet Autonomous Region Duobuza Cu-(Au) deposit Lhasa Prefecture Dagzê (Dazi) Co. Lakang'e Cu deposit Qiangdui Cu-(Mo) deposit Zhibula Cu deposit Lhünzhub (Linzhou) Co. Leqingla Pb-Zn deposit Luobadui Zn-Pb-Cu-Ag Maizhokunggar (Mozhugongka) Co. Bangpu Cu-Pb-Zn deposit Jiama Cu-Pb-Zn deposit Longruri Au-Sb deposit Qulong Cu-(Mo-Au) deposit Nyêmo (Nimu) Co. Bairong Cu-Mo deposit Chongjiang Cu-(Mo-Au) deposit Gangjiang Cu-Mo-Au deposit Tinggong (Tingguan) Cu-Mo deposit Qüxü (Qushui) Co. Nanmu Cu-(Mo) deposit Nagchu (Naqu) Prefecture Amdo (Anduo) Co. Anduo Cr deposit Dongqiao (Donqiao) ophiolite Dongqiao Cr deposit Meiduo Sb deposit Qilin lake Cr deposit Baingoin (Bange) Co. Bul Co (Bul Tso) Salt lake Nam Co (Nam Tso; Tengri Nor) Salt lake Qiangtang metamorphic belt Gangmacuo Pianshishan Rongma Shuanghu Xainza (Shenzha) Co. Bangkog (Bange; Bangge) Salt lake Damxung Co (Tangyung Tso) Salt lake Dujiali Salt lake Gomo Co (Gomo Tso; Gomo Caka) Salt lake Siling Co (Siling Tso) Salt lake Ngari Prefecture Burang (Pulan) Co. Jiangyema Cr deposit Mayum (Mayoumu) Au deposit Coqên (Cuoqin) Co. Muzhiding Fe deposit Nixiong Fe deposit Ri'a Cu deposit Gê'gyai Co. Chagcam Salt lake (Chagcam Caka) Chalaka Salt lake Zhacang Salt lake (Zhacang Caka) Gêrzê (Gaize) Co. Dong Co (Tontso) Salt lake Dongco ophiolite Rutog (Ritu) Co. Bangong Lake (Bangong Co) ophiolite Caima Fe deposit Qamdo (Changdu) Prefecture Gonjo (Gongjue) Co. Gegongnong (Gegonglong) Cu-Au deposit Youzha Salt deposit Jomdo (Jiangda) Co. Dingqinnong Cu-Ag-Pb-Zn deposit Duoxiasongduo Cu-(Mo) deposit Hengxingcuo Cu-(Mo) deposit Jiaduoling Fe deposit Malasongduo Cu-Mo deposit Mangzong (Mangzhong) Cu-(Mo) deposit Xiariduo Cu-Au-Ag deposit Yulong Cu-(Mo) deposit Zhanaga (Zhalaga) Cu-(Mo) deposit Markam (Mangkang) Co. Jicuo (Gicuo) Cu-(Mo) deposit Mamupu Cu-Au deposit Neiba Mine Seli Cu-(Mo) deposit Zhag'yab (Chaya) Co. Zhag'yab Mine Zogang (Zuogong) Co. Qinggu Mine Qinghai plateau (Chinghai plateau) Shannan (Lhokha; Lhoka) Prefecture Comai (Cuomei) Co. Cheqiongzhuobu Sb deposit Mazhala Sb-Au deposit Rangla Sb deposit Shabao Sb occurrence Yancang Sb-Au occurrence Yongri Sb deposit Zhegu Sb-Au deposit Cona (Cuona) Co. Zeri Sb deposit Zhaxikang Sb-Zn deposit Lhozhag (Luozha) Co. Xiaba Sb occurrence Lhünzê (Longzi) Co. Chalapu Au deposit Gudui Sb-Au deposit Nagarzê (Langkazi; Langkamu) Co. Luren Sb occurrence Nagarzê (Langkazi) Au deposit Shengna Au deposit Yamdrok Co (Yamdrok Yumco; Yamdok Tso) Lake Nêdong (Naidong; Zedang) Co. Chongmuda Cu-Au deposit Liebu Cu deposit Qonggyai (Qiongjie) Co. Telie Sb occurrence Xiangdala Sb occurrence Qusum (Qusong) Co. Luobusa ophiolite Kangjinla Cr deposit Luobusa Cr deposit Xiangkashan Cr deposit Shama Au occurrence Sangri Co. Chenba Cu-Au deposit Xigazê (Rikaze; Shigatse) Prefecture Gyangzê (Jiangzi) Co. Shalagang Sb deposit Wuladui Sb deposit Namling (Nanmulin) Co. Jiru Cu deposit Ngamring (Angren) Co. Targejia (Tagejia) Cs deposit Zhunuo Cu-Mo-(Au) deposit Rinbung (Renbu) Co. Ranba Au deposit Tingri (Dingri) Co. Lulu Sb deposit Xaitongmoin (Xietongmen) Co. Banongla Cu-Au deposit Dongga Cu deposit Luobuzhen Cu deposit Renqinze Cu-Au deposit Tangbai Cu-Au deposit Xietongmen Cu-Au deposit Xiongcun Cu-(Au) deposit Zemoduola Cu-Au deposit Zhongba Co. Zabuye (Zhabuye) Salt Lake (Chabyer Caka)

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