Cookeite in quartz

Article Abstract:

Cookeite crystals of unusual shapes were found to be an inclusion among layers of fluorapatite crystals similar to canoe paddles. The gem is a member of the lithium-bearing chlorite group of minerals, and is usually found in pegmatites.

Crystals, Crystal structure, Quartz, Inclusions, Pegmatites, Pegmatite

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Elbaite in beryl

Article Abstract:

Elbaite is a lithium aluminum mineral of the boro-silicate group also known as tourmaline. Beryl is a crystal known as beryllium aluminum silicate. These minerals crystallize in trigonal patterns with prismatic structures.

Column, Crystallography, Aluminum silicates, Tourmaline, Beryl

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Cuprite in calcite

Article Abstract:

Cuprite is a mineral that is useful as a copper ore and is also popular among crystal collectors. Skinny cuprite crystals, known as chalcotrichite, can be found as inclusions in calcite.

Calcite, Precious stones, Cuprite

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