Cerussite,Baryte and galena from Morocco
Size-
5.2cm x 3.2cm x 1.5cm
Weight-
60g
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Cerussite:
Crystal system- Orthorhombic (frequently twinned into six-rayed star shapes)
Rock formation-
Secondary supergene mineral formed in the oxidized zones of lead ore deposits via carbonated water reacting with galena.
Mineral class-
Carbonate
Hardness-
3-3.5 on the MOHs scale
Baryte:
Crystal system-
Orthorhombic (commonly tabular or bladed crystals)
Rock formation-
Hydrothermal veins and sedimentary rock environments (like limestone and dolostone)
Mineral class-
Sulfate
Hardness-
3-3.5 on the MOHs scale
Galena:
Crystal system-
Isometric/cubic
Rock formation-
Hydrothermal veins and low temperature lead zinc replacement deposits in limestone
Mineral class-
Sulfide
Hardness-
2.5-2.75 on the MOHs scale
