mineral
Green Fluorite
Calcium Fluoride (CaF2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness: 4 on the Mohs scale. Color: Vibrant green with varying translucent bands. Luster: Vitreous to sub-vitreous. Crystal Structure: Isometric/cubic. Cleavage: Perfect octahedral cleavage in four directions. Specific Gravity: 3.18
- Hardness
- 4 on the Mohs scale
- Color
- Vibrant green with varying translucent bands
- Luster
- Vitreous to sub-vitreous
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Physical properties
Hardness: 4 on the Mohs scale. Color: Vibrant green with varying translucent bands. Luster: Vitreous to sub-vitreous. Crystal Structure: Isometric/cubic. Cleavage: Perfect octahedral cleavage in four directions. Specific Gravity: 3.18
Formation & geological history
Forms in hydrothermal veins, often associated with metallic ore deposits like lead and zinc, as well as in cavities of limestone and dolomite rocks.
Uses & applications
Used in mineral specimens, lapidary arts, jewelry, and industrially as a flux in steelmaking and the manufacturing of hydrofluoric acid.
Geological facts
Fluorite is the mineral definition of hardness 4 on the Mohs scale. It exhibits strong fluorescence under ultraviolet light, a phenomenon first named after the mineral itself.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its relatively low hardness (can be scratched by a knife or glass), octahedral cleavage, and characteristic glassy luster with vibrant colors. Commonly found in China, Mexico, South Africa, and the UK.
