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Strengite

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Category
  
Strunz classification
  
8.CD.10

Crystal system
  
Orthorhombic

Formula(repeating unit)
  
FePO4 · 2H2O

Dana classification
  
40.04.01.02

Strengite

Crystal class
  
Dipyramidal (mmm)H-M Symbol: (2/m 2/m 2/m)

Strengite is a relatively rare iron phosphate mineral with the formula: FePO4 · 2H2O. The mineral is named after the German mineralogist Johann August Streng (1830–1897). Lavender, pink or purple in hue, it is similar to variscite and is partially soluble, particularly in conditions where there is a low pH and low oxidation-reduction potential.

References

Strengite Wikipedia


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