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sphalerite (n)
an ore that is the chief source of zinc; consists largely of zinc sulfide in crystalline form
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an ore that is the chief source of zinc; consists largely of zinc sulfide in crystalline form
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Sphalerite, also known as zinc blende, is a common zinc-bearing mineral found in hydrothermal ore deposits.
The distinctive resinous luster and brown-black color of sphalerite make it easily recognizable in mineral specimens.
Sphalerite's crystal structure consists of alternating zinc and sulfur atoms in a tetrahedral arrangement.
The chemical composition of sphalerite is variable, and it can contain impurities such as iron, cadmium, and manganese.