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Fahlunite

Formula:
(Mg,Fe)Al
 
2
Si
 
3
O
 
10
·2H
 
2
O


An alteration product of cordierite (compare also pinite).

Originally described from Falu mine, Falun, Dalarna, Sweden.

Classification of Fahlunite

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Chemical Properties of Fahlunite

Formula:
(Mg,Fe)Al
 
2
Si
 
3
O
 
10
·2H
 
2
O
Essential elements:Al, H, Mg, O, Si
All elements listed in formula:Al, Fe, H, Mg, O, Si

Other Names for Fahlunite

Synonyms:
Fahlunite (of Hisinger)Falunite
Other Languages:
German:Fahlunit
Falunit
Spanish:Fahlunita
Falunita

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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