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Xonotlite-Pectolite from Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

 
Xonotlite-Pectolite from Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Xonotlite-Pectolite from Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

DESCRIPTION:No. 50403
Mineral:Xonotlite-Pectolite
Locality:Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Description:Hemispherical formation of fibrous white xonotlite-pectolite crystals. Testing for the presence of sodium will determine the species exactly, but their appearances are the same making sight-identification impossible. Ex. George Elling; ex.Charlie Key collection
Overall Size:4.5x3.5x2 cm
Crystals:10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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