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Byssolite

A variety of Actinolite

A variety of actinolite comprised of free-growing, often matted, hair-like fibers.

Classification of Byssolite

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Other Names for Byssolite

Synonyms:
Actinolite-asbestosAmiantus
Other Languages:
German:Amiant
Amianth
Byssolith
Italian:Bissolite
Spanish:Byssolita

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.

References for Byssolite

Reference List:R. Exel: Die Mineralien und Erzlagerstätten Österreichs (1993)

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    Localities for Byssolite

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