Sabieite is a mineral with the chemical formula (NH4)Fe3+(SO4)2. Its type locality is Lone Creek Falls cave, Sabie, Pilgrim's Rest District Ehlanzeni, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa. Its crystals are trigonal to trapezohedral. It is white and leaves a white streak. It is transparent and has an earthy luster. Sabieite is rated 2 on the Mohs Scale.
Sabieite | |
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General | |
Category | Mineral |
Formula (repeating unit) | (NH4)Fe3+(SO4)2 |
Identification | |
Color | White |
Luster | Earthy |
Streak | White |
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