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Muromontite

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Formula:
near Be
 
2
FeY
 
2
Si
 
3
O
 
12
Name:From a latinised form of the type locality.


Possibly identical with gadolinite, possibly a member of clinozoisite group.

Originally reported from Mauersberg, Annaberg-Buchholz, Erzgebirge, Saxony, Germany.

Classification of Muromontite

IMA status:Not Approved
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Chemical Properties of Muromontite

Formula:
near Be
 
2
FeY
 
2
Si
 
3
O
 
12
Essential elements:Be, Fe, O, Si, Y
All elements listed in formula:Be, Fe, O, Si, Y

Other Names for Muromontite

Other Languages:
German:Muromontit
Spanish:Muromontita

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 Muromontite

    (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.
    Germany
     
    • Saxony
      • Erzgebirge
        • Marienberg District
    [Th Kerndt (1848) J. prakt. Chem 43.228]
    Sweden
     
    • Västergötland
      • Vänersborg
        • Väne Ryr
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