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Xingshaoite

Formula:
(Zn,Co)
 
2
[SiO
 
4
]
A variety of Willemite

A variety of Willemite containing 25.4% CoO.

Originally reported from Xinshao Co., Shaoyang Prefecture, Hunan Province, China.

Classification of Xingshaoite

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Chemical Properties of Xingshaoite

Formula:
(Zn,Co)
 
2
[SiO
 
4
]
Essential elements:
All elements listed in formula:Co, O, Si, Zn

Other Names for Xingshaoite

German names:
Xingshaoit
Spanish names:
Xingshaoita

Other Information

Health Warning:No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.

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    Localities for Xingshaoite

    (TL) indicates type locality. ? indicates mineral may be doubtful at this locality. All other localities listed without reference should be considered as uncertain and unproven until references can be found.
    China
     
    • Hunan Province
      • Shaoyang Prefecture
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