Magnetite
Magnetite is a mineral with the chemical formula Fe3O4. It has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 - 6.5 and metallic luster.
Magnetite properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | Fe3O4 |
| Mohs hardness | 5.5 - 6.5 |
| Luster | Metallic |
| Typical colors | Black to dark brown |
| Formation | Magnetite typically forms in igneous and metamorphic environments. |
| Rarity | 3 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 5.5–6.5 — fairly hard
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