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Limaite

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Formula:
(Zn,Sn)Al
 
2
O
 
4
A variety of Gahnite

A stanniferous variety of Gahnite.

Originally reported from
1) Ponte de Lima, Viana do Castelo District, Portugal and
2) Cabanas Mine, Cabanas, Ponte de Lima, Viana do Castelo District, Portugal.

Classification of Limaite

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Chemical Properties of Limaite

Formula:
(Zn,Sn)Al
 
2
O
 
4
Essential elements:Al, O, Zn
All elements listed in formula:Al, O, Sn, Zn

Other Names for Limaite

Other Languages:
German:Limait
Spanish:Limaita

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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    • Viana do Castelo District
        • Cabanas
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