helvine (Meaning)
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helvine (n.)
Alt. of Helvite
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helvine Sentence Examples
- Helvine, a rare copper silicate mineral, is characterized by its yellow-green to olive-green color.
- Helvine crystals exhibit a hexagonal or trigonal crystal system, forming prismatic or tabular shapes.
- The presence of iron impurities can impart a reddish-brown hue to helvine, known as ferroan helvine.
- Helvine is primarily found in metamorphic rocks and skarns associated with copper and zinc ore deposits.
- The mineral's name "helvine" derives from the Greek word "helios," meaning "sun," due to its yellow-green appearance.
- Helvine is not commonly used in jewelry or decorative applications, but it is a sought-after mineral by collectors.
- The largest known helvine crystal, weighing approximately 2.5 pounds, is preserved in the Natural History Museum in London.
- Helvine is a relatively soft mineral with a Mohs hardness of 4-4.5, making it susceptible to scratching.
- The mineral's refractive index and birefringence properties facilitate its identification under a microscope.
- Helvine's chemical composition includes copper, beryllium, manganese, and iron, with varying proportions depending on the specific location.
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Alt. of Helvite
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Helvine, a rare copper silicate mineral, is characterized by its yellow-green to olive-green color.
Helvine crystals exhibit a hexagonal or trigonal crystal system, forming prismatic or tabular shapes.
The presence of iron impurities can impart a reddish-brown hue to helvine, known as ferroan helvine.
Helvine is primarily found in metamorphic rocks and skarns associated with copper and zinc ore deposits.
