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Elaterite

A variety of Bitumen

An elastic bitumen, shown to be a branched polythene with essential sulphur.

Classification of Elaterite

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Other Names for Elaterite

Synonyms:
AeoniteElasticite
Other Languages:
German:Aeonit
Äonit
Elasticit
Elaterit
Spanish:Aeonita
Elasticita
Elaterita

Other Information

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    Localities for Elaterite

    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.
    Bolivia
     
    • Potosí Department
      • Chayanta Province
    [MinRec 32:469]
      • Sud Chichas Province
        • Atocha-Quechisla District
    [MinRec 32:461]
    France
     
    • Pays de Loire
      • Loire-Atlantique
    Williamson, 1932. Book of Amber, p.254.
    UK
     
    • England
      • Derbyshire
        • Castleton
    D Mycroft collection
    USA
     
    Williamson, 1932. Book of Amber, p.254.
    Amer. Chem. J., 1899, 21,478--499
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