mineral
Green Fluorite
Calcium Fluoride (CaF2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 4 on the Mohs scale, green color, vitreous luster, and octahedral crystal structure with perfect cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale, green color, vitreous luster, and octahedral crystal structure with perfect cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed in hydrothermal veins and sedimentary deposits through the precipitation of fluorine-rich mineral solutions.
Uses & applications
Used in metallurgy as a flux, in the manufacture of optical lenses, and as a popular collector mineral and carving stone.
Geological facts
Fluorite is the defining mineral for a hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale and exhibits strong fluorescence under UV light.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its relatively low hardness, perfect cleavage, and range of green or purple hues; commonly found in China, Mexico, and the USA.
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