mineral
Botryoidal Hematite
Iron Oxide, Fe2O3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 5.5 to 6.5, metallic to dull luster, botryoidal or kidney-like crystal habit, reddish-brown streak, specific gravity around 5.26.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 5.5 to 6.5, metallic to dull luster, botryoidal or kidney-like crystal habit, reddish-brown streak, specific gravity around 5.26.
Formation & geological history
Formed via hydrothermal veins and sedimentary deposition in oxidizing aqueous environments, perfectly matching the arid Mexican regional context.
Uses & applications
Primary ore of iron, used in jewelry, lapidary carvings, and prized by mineral collectors.
Geological facts
Hematite produces a distinct reddish-brown streak when scratched on unglazed porcelain, despite its often metallic-gray external appearance.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its heavy weight, botryoidal texture, and distinctive red streak; commonly found in iron-rich sedimentary and hydrothermal deposits.
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