Smithsonite
Smithsonite is a mineral with the chemical formula ZnCO3. It has a Mohs hardness of 4.5 - 5 and subvitreous to resinous luster.
Smithsonite properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | ZnCO3 |
| Mohs hardness | 4.5 - 5 |
| Luster | Subvitreous to resinous |
| Typical colors | Usually green, blue, pink, or yellow |
| Formation | Typically formed in oxidized zones of zinc deposits |
| Rarity | 6 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 4.5–5 — medium
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