Sphalerite
Sphalerite is a mineral with the chemical formula ZnS. It has a Mohs hardness of 3.5 - 4 and resinous to vitreous luster.
Sphalerite properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | ZnS |
| Mohs hardness | 3.5 - 4 |
| Luster | Resinous to vitreous |
| Typical colors | Typically brown, yellow, green, or black |
| Formation | Forms in hydrothermal veins and is commonly found in association with other metal ores |
| Rarity | 6 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 3.5–4 — soft
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