mineral
Epidote
Ca2(Al,Fe)3(SiO4)3(OH)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, distinct pistachio-green to yellowish-green color, vitreous luster, and monoclinic crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on Mohs scale, distinct pistachio-green to yellowish-green color, vitreous luster, and monoclinic crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Forms primarily through regional metamorphism of igneous rocks and hydrothermal alteration of calcium-rich minerals.
Uses & applications
Used primarily as a mineral specimen for collectors and occasionally cut into cabochons for jewelry.
Geological facts
Epidote gets its name from the Greek word for 'increase', referring to the base of its crystal being longer than one side.
Field identification & locations
Identified easily by its characteristic pistachio-green color and crystal habit; commonly found in hydrothermal veins and alpine fissures.
