Sample # |
9 |
Mineral
Name |
CHLORITE |
Chemical Composition |
(Mg,Fe,Al)6(Si,Al)4O10(OH)8 |
Luster |
Vitreous
to earthy |
Color(s) |
Green
to blackish green |
Streak Color |
White/faint
green-yellow |
Specifc Gravity |
2.6-3.3 |
Habit |
Micaceous,
tabular, massive |
Cleavage/Fracture |
Basal, perfect |
Hardness |
2-2.5 |
Diagnostic Feature(s) | Perfect basal cleavage, color, habit |