Crystal system Hexagonal | Formula(repeating unit) Pb3O(CO3)2 Space group P63mc | |
Crystal class Dihexagonal pyramidal (6mm)(same H-M symbol) Unit cell a = 5.30, b = 13.77 [Å] (approximated) | ||
Grootfonteinite is a rare lead carbonate mineral with the relatively simple formula Pb3O(CO3)2. It is one of number of minerals discovered on in the Kombat mine, Grootfontein district, Namibia.
Relation to other minerals
Grootfonteinite is structurally related to hydrocerussite and plumbonacrite.
References
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