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Berlinite

A valid IMA mineral species - grandfathered
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Berlinite, etc.

HÄlsjöberg, Torsby, VÀrmland County, Sweden
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Berlinite, etc.

Buranga pegmatite, Muhororo, Ngororero District, Western Province, Rwanda
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Berlinite, etc.

HÄlsjöberg, Torsby, VÀrmland County, Sweden
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Berlinite, etc.

HÄlsjöberg, Torsby, VÀrmland County, Sweden
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Berlinite, etc.

Buranga pegmatite, Muhororo, Ngororero District, Western Province, Rwanda
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Berlinite, etc.

HÄlsjöberg, Torsby, VÀrmland County, Sweden
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Berlinite, etc.

HÄlsjöberg, Torsby, VÀrmland County, Sweden
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Berlinite, etc.

Buranga pegmatite, Muhororo, Ngororero District, Western Province, Rwanda
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About BerliniteHide

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Nils Johan Berlin
Formula:
AlPO4
Colour:
Colourless, greyish or pale pink; colourless in transmitted light.
Lustre:
Vitreous
Hardness:
6½
Specific Gravity:
2.64 - 2.66
Crystal System:
Trigonal
Name:
Honouring Professor Nils Johan Berlin (18 February 1812 – 27 December 1891), pharmacologist in the University of Lund, Sweden.
Isostructural with:
Quartz
The Al-P-analogue of quartz; ordering of Al and P atoms in the crystal structure leads to a doubled c axis.


Unique IdentifiersHide

Mindat ID:
633
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:633:8
GUID
(UUID V4):
9c01f0b4-d37a-47b9-acc9-8a34ce1d06df

IMA Classification of BerliniteHide

IMA status:
Approved, 'Grandfathered' (first described prior to 1959)
IMA Formula:
Al(PO4)

Classification of BerliniteHide

Strunz-mindat (2024):
8.AA.05

8 : PHOSPHATES, ARSENATES, VANADATES
A : Phosphates, etc. without additional anions, without H2O
A : With small cations (some also with larger ones)
Dana 8th ed.:
38.4.2.1

38 : ANHYDROUS NORMAL PHOSPHATES, ARSENATES, AND VANADATES
4 : AXO4
Hey's CIM Ref.:
19.7.1

19 : Phosphates
7 : Phosphates of Al alone

Mineral SymbolsHide

As of 2021 there are now IMA–CNMNC approved mineral symbols (abbreviations) for each mineral species, useful for tables and diagrams.

SymbolSourceReference
BerIMA–CNMNCWarr, L.N. (2021). IMA–CNMNC approved mineral symbols. Mineralogical Magazine, 85(3), 291-320. doi:10.1180/mgm.2021.43

Physical Properties of BerliniteHide

Lustre:
Vitreous
Transparency:
Transparent, Translucent
Colour:
Colourless, greyish or pale pink; colourless in transmitted light.
Streak:
white
Hardness:
6½ on Mohs scale
Cleavage:
None Observed
Fracture:
Conchoidal
Density:
2.64 - 2.66 g/cm3 (Measured)    2.618 g/cm3 (Calculated)
Comment:
2.56 (artificial material).

Optical Data of BerliniteHide

Type:
Uniaxial (+)
RI values:
nω = 1.524 nε = 1.532
Max Birefringence:
δ = 0.008
Image shows birefringence interference colour range (at 30µm thickness)
and does not take into account mineral colouration.
Surface Relief:
Low

Chemistry of BerliniteHide

Mindat Formula:
AlPO4
Elements listed:
Al, O, P - search for minerals with similar chemistry
Common Impurities:
Fe,Si

Crystallography of BerliniteHide

Crystal System:
Trigonal
Class (H-M):
3 2 - Trapezohedral
Space Group:
P31 2 1
Cell Parameters:
a = 4.941 Å, c = 10.94 Å
Ratio:
a:c = 1 : 2.214
Unit Cell V:
231.30 ų (Calculated from Unit Cell)
Z:
3
Morphology:
Crystals similar to quartz. Granules to 6 mm; massive.
Twinning:
subparallel twinning lamellae

Crystal StructureHide

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IDSpeciesReferenceLinkYearLocalityPressure (GPa)Temp (K)
0004489BerliniteOnac B P, Effenberger H S (2007) Re-examination of berlinite (AlPO4) from the Cioclovina Cave, Romania American Mineralogist 92 1998-20012007Cioclovina Cave, Romania0293
0007986BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007987BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007988BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007989BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007990BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007991BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007992BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007993BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007994BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007995BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007996BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007997BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007998BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0007999BerliniteMuraoka Y, Kihara K (1997) The temperature dependence of the crystal structure of berlinite, a quartz-type form of AlPO4 Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 24 243-25319970293
0008130BerliniteChristie D M, Chelikowsky J R (1998) Structural properties of alpha-berlinite (AlPO4) Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 25 222-22619980293
0008131BerliniteChristie D M, Chelikowsky J R (1998) Structural properties of alpha-berlinite (AlPO4) Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 25 222-22619980293
0008132BerliniteChristie D M, Chelikowsky J R (1998) Structural properties of alpha-berlinite (AlPO4) Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 25 222-22619980293
0008133BerliniteChristie D M, Chelikowsky J R (1998) Structural properties of alpha-berlinite (AlPO4) Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 25 222-22619980293
0008134BerliniteChristie D M, Chelikowsky J R (1998) Structural properties of alpha-berlinite (AlPO4) Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 25 222-22619980293
0008135BerliniteChristie D M, Chelikowsky J R (1998) Structural properties of alpha-berlinite (AlPO4) Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 25 222-22619980293
0008136BerliniteChristie D M, Chelikowsky J R (1998) Structural properties of alpha-berlinite (AlPO4) Physics and Chemistry of Minerals 25 222-22619980293
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X-Ray Powder DiffractionHide

Powder Diffraction Data:
d-spacingIntensity
3.369 Å(100)
4.28 Å(25)
1.835 Å(16)
2.471 Å(12)
2.306 Å(12)
1.393 Å(12)
1.389 Å(12)

Geological EnvironmentHide

Paragenetic Mode(s):
Paragenetic ModeEarliest Age (Ga)
Near-surface Processes
23 : Subaerial aqueous alteration by non-redox-sensitive fluids (see also #47)
Stage 7: Great Oxidation Event<2.4
47c : [Carbonates, phosphates, borates, nitrates]

Type Occurrence of BerliniteHide

Type Locality:
ⓘ VĂ€stanĂ„ Iron Mine (WestanĂ„ Mine), NĂ€sum, Bromölla, SkĂ„ne County, Sweden
Place of Conservation of Type Material:
Wroclaw University, Wroclaw, Poland; II-9574.

Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA; 101252
Associated Minerals at Type Locality:
AugeliteAttakolite

Other Language Names for BerliniteHide

Common AssociatesHide

Associated Minerals Based on Photo Data:
7 photos of Berlinite associated with ScorzaliteFe2+Al2(PO4)2(OH)2
5 photos of Berlinite associated with BurangaiteNaFe2+Al5(PO4)4(OH)6 · 2H2O
3 photos of Berlinite associated with RutileTiO2
3 photos of Berlinite associated with TrolleiteAl4(PO4)3(OH)3
2 photos of Berlinite associated with LazuliteMgAl2(PO4)2(OH)2
2 photos of Berlinite associated with Wagnerite(Mg,Fe2+)2(PO4)F
2 photos of Berlinite associated with BrazilianiteNaAl3(PO4)2(OH)4
2 photos of Berlinite associated with RuifrancoiteCa2(◻,Mn)2(Fe3+,Mn,Mg)4Be4(PO4)6(OH)4(OH,H2O)2 · 4H2O
2 photos of Berlinite associated with HydroxylherderiteCaBe(PO4)(OH)
2 photos of Berlinite associated with KyaniteAl2(SiO4)O

Related Minerals - Strunz-mindat GroupingHide

8.AA.05AlarsiteAlAsO4Trig. 3 2 : P31 2 1
8.AA.10BerylloniteNaBePO4Mon. 2/m : P21/b
8.AA.15HurlbutiteCaBe2(PO4)2Mon. 2/m : P21/b
8.AA.20LithiophosphateLi3PO4Orth. mm2 : Pmn21
8.AA.25NalipoiteNaLi2PO4Orth. mmm (2/m 2/m 2/m)
8.AA.30OlympiteNa5Li(PO4)2Orth. 2 2 2 : P21 21 21

Fluorescence of BerliniteHide

In UV light:
may fluoresce dark red

Other InformationHide

Thermal Behaviour:
Exhibits the same thermal inversions as SiO2, but at somewhat lower temperatures.

Readily soluble in alkalies; virtually insoluble in cold acids.
Notes:
Inverts at 583° to a polymorph isotypic with ÎČ-SiO2.
Health Risks:
No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.

Internet Links for BerliniteHide

References for BerliniteHide

Localities for BerliniteHide

This 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.

Locality ListHide

- This locality has map coordinates listed. - This locality has estimated coordinates. ⓘ - Click for references and further information on this occurrence. ? - Indicates mineral may be doubtful at this locality. - Good crystals or important locality for species. - World class for species or very significant. (TL) - Type Locality for a valid mineral species. (FRL) - First Recorded Locality for everything else (eg varieties). Struck out - Mineral was erroneously reported from this locality. Faded * - Never found at this locality but inferred to have existed at some point in the past (e.g. from pseudomorphs).

All localities listed without proper references should be considered as questionable.
Australia
 
  • Australian Capital Territory
    • Paddy's River District
McQueen et al. (1988)
      • Paddy's River Mine
McQueen +3 other references
  • Queensland
    • North Burnett Region
Duggan et al. (1990) +1 other reference
Duggan et al. (1990)
  • South Australia
    • Mt Lofty Ranges
      • North Mt Lofty Ranges
        • Robertstown
Peter Elliott
  • Western Australia
    • Meekatharra Shire
      • Milgun Station
Peter Downes
Brazil
 
  • Bahia
    • Boquira
Franz et al. (2014)
Franz et al. (2014)
  • Minas Gerais
    • GalilĂ©ia
      • Sapucaia do Norte
Cassedanne et al. (1999)
    • Itinga
      • Taquaral
        • PiauĂ­ Valley
Pavel.M. Kartashov (n.d.)
China
 
  • Inner Mongolia
    • Chifeng City (Ulanhad League; Chifeng Prefecture)
      • Hexigten Banner (Keshiketeng Co.)
Luo et al. (2014)
Czech Republic
 
  • Olomouc Region
    • JesenĂ­k District
Reif
Germany
 
  • Bavaria
    • Upper Palatinate
      • Tirschenreuth District
        • Wiesau
          • Triebendorf
Pöllmann et al. (1990)
  • Saxony
    • Erzgebirgskreis
      • Ehrenfriedersdorf
Thomas et al. (2000)
Indonesia
 
  • West Java Province
    • Bandung Regency
 ...
Italy
 
  • Sardinia
    • South Sardinia Province
      • Carbonia
        • Barbusi
Sauro et al. (2014) +1 other reference
Jordan
 
  • Amman Governorate
    • Transjordan Plateau
      • Daba-Siwaqa complex
Galuskin et al. (2023)
Madagascar
 
  • Amoron'i Mania
    • Ambatofinandrahana District
      • Itremo
Ackermand et al. (2006)
  • Vakinankaratra
    • Antsirabe II District
      • Ibity
        • Ibity massif
Morteani et al. (2006)
Malaysia
 
  • Sarawak
    • Miri Division
      • Mulu
McFarlane et al. (2018)
Nagarajan
Nigeria
 
  • Ondo
    • Akoko North East
Ademila et al. (2017)
Peru
 
  • Arequipa
    • Islay Province
      • Cocachacra District
Miofuvhoedki (2001)
Portugal
 
  • Viana do Castelo
    • Ponte da Barca
      • Touvedo (SĂŁo Lourenço e Salvador)
Leal Gomes et al. (2009)
Romania
 
  • Bihor County
    • Nucet
      • BăiĆŁa mining district
Onac et al. (2002)
  • Hunedoara County
    • Boșorod
Onac et al. (2002) +3 other references
Rwanda
 
  • Western Province
    • Ngororero District
      • Bwira
F. Hatert et al. (PO4) +1 other reference
      • Muhororo
Gallagher et al. (1963) +2 other references
Fransolet
Handbook of Mineralogy (http://www.handbookofmineralogy.org/pdfs/lacroixite.pdf) +1 other reference
Spain
 
  • Catalonia
    • Girona
      • CadaquĂ©s
Pura Alfonso - J. C. Melgarejo et al. (2000) +1 other reference
& locality references +1 other reference
Sweden (TL)
 
  • SkĂ„ne County
    • Bromölla
      • NĂ€sum
Blomstrand (1868) +1 other reference
  • VĂ€rmland County
    • Torsby
- (2) +4 other references
Switzerland
 
  • Valais
    • Visp
      • Törbel
Stalder et al. (1998)
USA
 
  • Arizona
    • Gila County
      • Globe-Miami Mining District
        • Miami-Inspiration Mining District
          • Inspiration
            • Miami-Inspiration deposit
Anthony et al. (1995)
  • Maine
King et al. (1994)
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