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Brossite

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A variety of Dolomite

A ferroan variety of Dolomite with up to 10% FeCO3 (Siderite component).
Originally reported from Brosso Mine, Cálea, Léssolo, Canavese District, Torino Province, Piedmont, Italy.

Classification of Brossite

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Other Names for Brossite

Synonyms:
BrositeNormal-ankeriteNormal ParankeriteSiderocalciteThorandite
Other Languages:
German:Brosit
Brossit
Parankerit
Siderocalcit
Thorandit
Spanish:Brosita
Brossita
Siderocalcita
Thorandita

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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    • Piedmont
      • Torino Province
        • Canavese District
          • Léssolo
            • Cálea
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