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Antlerite

ID: 52

Antlerite

Chemical Formula

Cu₃(SO₄)(OH)₄

Hardness (Mohs)

3 - 3.5

Crystal System

Orthorhombic

Streak

Pale green

Luster

Vitreous

Diaphaneity

Translucent

Color

Green, light green, emerald green, black, black green

Cleavage

Perfect

Density

3.9

Fun Facts

Copper sulfate hydroxide. Fracture: Uneven. It's a relatively rare copper sulfate mineral formed in arid climates, notable for its bright green color and typically occurring in crusts or fibrous aggregates. Uses: Ore of Copper.