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Sphalerite and Quartz
Sphalerite and Quartz
Sphalerite and Quartz
Sphalerite and Quartz

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Rocks and Minerals ➔ Sphalerite and Quartz

Identifier:
2019.1.2033
Description:
Sphalerite is a common zinc sulfide that can be found in metamorphic, igneous, and sedimentary rocks. It is mined as an ore of zinc and often contains lead which gives it a color of brown, green, or red. This specimen is on quartz, a silicate mineral. 

Sphalerite Formula: ZnS
Quartz Formula: SiO2
 
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Collection Tier:
Tier 3
Source:
Museum Collection

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