Pellyite is a mineral that belongs to the silicate class.[citation needed] Its chemical formula is Ba2Ca(Fe,Mg)2Si6O17. It is named after the Pelly River in Yukon, Canada.[2]
| Pellyite | |
|---|---|
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| General | |
| Category | Mineral |
| Formula (repeating unit) | Ba2Ca(Fe,Mg)2Si6O17 |
| Identification | |
| Color | colorless, pale yellow |
| Melting point | 900 ± 15°C |
| References | [1][2] |
References
edit- ^ Pabst, Adolf; Harris, Joan (1984). "PELLYITE: NEW LOCALITIES AND NEW DATA". citeseerx.ist.psu.edu. Pennsylvania State University. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
- ^ a b "Pellyite". mindat.org. Retrieved November 3, 2024.
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