Xitieshanite
| Xitieshanite | |
|---|---|
| General | |
| Category | Sulfate minerals |
| Formula (repeating unit) | Fe3+(SO4)Cl·7(H2O) |
| Strunz classification | 07.DC.20 |
| Identification | |
| Formula mass | 313.47 g/mol |
| Color | Green; Yellow green |
| Crystal habit | Acicular |
| Crystal system | Monoclinic |
| Fracture | Conchoidal |
| Mohs scale hardness | 2.5 - 3 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Streak | Yellow |
| Diaphaneity | Transparent to translucent |
| Specific gravity | 1.99 |
| References | [1][2] |
Xitieshanite is a sulfate mineral discovered in and named for the Xitieshan lead/zinc deposit in the Qinghai Province, China.