Ilesite

Formula:  (Mn,Zn,Fe)SO4 . 4H2O

Origin of name:  For Malver W. Iles, American metallurgist

 

Crystal system:  Monoclinic

Crystal class:  2/m

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Colour:  Clear green, becomes white on dehydration

Diaphaneity:  Transparent

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Habit:  Crystals prismatic, in aggregates

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Specific gravity:  2.26

Cleavage:  None

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