General Information:
Chemical Formula:
Cu2(AsO4)(OH)·6(H2O)
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 391.11 gm)
Copper 32.50 % Cu
Arsenic 19.16 % As
Hydrogen 3.35 % H
Oxygen 45.00 % O
Empirical Formula:
Cu2AsO4(OH)·6(H2O)
Environment:
Found on massive dolomite.
IMA Status:
Approved IMA 1983
Locality:
Arhbar mine, Bou-Azzer, Morocco.
Name Origin:
Named for the locality.
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
None
Color:
dark blue.
Habits:
Fibrous - Crystals made up of fibers., Spherical - Spherical, rounded aggregates.,
Streak:
blue
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