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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 56092 |
| Mineral: | Clinochrysotile |
| Locality: | Thetford Mines, Québec, Canada |
| Description: | Vein formation of chatoyant yellow-green clinochrysotile crystals (asbestos). The clinochrysotile crystals are thin, fibrous form and can be seen flaking off around the specimen. The long fibers cannot be inhaled and are not dangerous. |
| Overall Size: | 4.5x2x1.5 cm |
| Crystals: | 45 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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