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Bastonite

Formula:
near K
 
3
(Mg,Fe,Fe,Al)
 
5.5
(Si,Al)
 
8
O
 
22
(OH)
 
4
·1.5H
 
2
O


A mica mineral near Hydrobiotite in composition.
Originally described from Les Roches Quarry, Bastogne, Luxembourg Province, Belgium.

Classification of Bastonite

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Chemical Properties of Bastonite

Formula:
near K
 
3
(Mg,Fe,Fe,Al)
 
5.5
(Si,Al)
 
8
O
 
22
(OH)
 
4
·1.5H
 
2
O
Essential elements:H, K, Mg, O, Si
All elements listed in formula:Al, Fe, H, K, Mg, O, Si

Other Names for Bastonite

Other Languages:
German:Bastonit
Spanish:Bastonita

Other Information

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    Localities for Bastonite

    The map shows a selection of localities that have latitude and longitude coordinates recorded. Click on the symbol to view information about a locality. The symbol next to localities in the list can be used to jump to that position on the map.
    (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.
    Belgium
     
    • Luxembourg Province
      • Bastogne
        • Mardasson
    A. Darimont et al., Bull. Minéral. , 1988, 111, pp. 321-330.
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