General Information:
Chemical Formula:
(Mg,Cu)Al(SO4)2Cl·14(H2O)
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 540.89 gm)
Magnesium 3.37 % Mg
Aluminum 4.99 % Al
Copper 2.94 % Cu
Hydrogen 5.22 % H
Sulfur 11.86 % S
Chlorine 6.55 % Cl
Oxygen 65.08 % O
Empirical Formula:
Mg0.75Cu0.25Al(SO4)2Cl·14(H2O)
IMA Status:
Approved IMA
Physical Properties:
Color:
blue.
Density:
1.8
Diaphaniety:
Transparent
Hardness:
2-3 - Gypsum-Calcite
Luster:
Vitreous (Glassy)
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