Pecoraite

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Pecoraite
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Pecoraite from Eden Vermont
General
Category Silicate mineral
Formula
(repeating unit)
Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
Strunz classification 09.ED.15
Identification
Color Green, blue-green yellow-green
Crystal system Monoclinic
Mohs scale hardness 2.5-3
Luster Waxy, earthy
Streak Pale green
Specific gravity 3.084

Pecoraite is a Nickel silicate mineral and a member of the serpentine group. It is monoclinic and has a chemical composition of Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4 It is associated with the weathering-and-or oxidation of meteorites or nickel sulfide minerals such as Millerite. It is also found as shears in ultramafic rocks.[1] Pecoriate is typically a green, lime green, or bluegreen mineral with a waxy, or earthy luster and a mohs hardness of 2.5.[2] Common textural habits associated with Pecoraite are curved plates, spirals and tubes. It can also be granular and massive.

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