Zincoberaunite
A valid IMA mineral species
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About Zincoberaunite
Formula:
ZnFe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5 · 6H2O
More detailed version: ZnFe3+2Fe3+3(PO4)4(OH)5·6H2O
Colour:
Pale olive green to black
Specific Gravity:
2.92 (Calculated)
Crystal System:
Monoclinic
Member of:
The Zn analogue of ferroberaunite. Chemistry similar to phosphophyllite, plimerite, steinmetzite, zinclipscombite and wilhelmgümbelite.
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
47608
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:47608:7
IMA Classification of Zincoberaunite
Approved
IMA Formula:
Zn2+Fe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5·6H2O
Approval year:
2016
First published:
2017
Type description reference:
Chukanov, Nikita V., Pekov, Igor V., Grey, Ian E., Price, Jason R., Britvin, Sergey N., Krzhizhanovskaya, Maria G., Kampf, Anthony R., Dünkel, Bernhard, Keck, Erich, Belakovskiy, Dmitry I., MacRae, Colin M. (2017) Zincoberaunite, ZnFe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5⋅6H2O, a new mineral from the Hagendorf South pegmatite, Germany. Mineralogy and Petrology, 111 (3) 351-361 doi:10.1007/s00710-016-0482-y
Classification of Zincoberaunite
8.DC.27
8 : PHOSPHATES, ARSENATES, VANADATES
D : Phosphates, etc. with additional anions, with H2O
C : With only medium-sized cations, (OH, etc.):RO4 = 1:1 and < 2:1
8 : PHOSPHATES, ARSENATES, VANADATES
D : Phosphates, etc. with additional anions, with H2O
C : With only medium-sized cations, (OH, etc.):RO4 = 1:1 and < 2:1
Mineral Symbols
As of 2021 there are now IMA–CNMNC approved mineral symbols (abbreviations) for each mineral species, useful for tables and diagrams.
| Symbol | Source | Reference for Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Zbru | IMA–CNMNC | Warr, L.N. (2021). IMA–CNMNC approved mineral symbols. Mineralogical Magazine, 85(3), 291-320. doi:10.1180/mgm.2021.43 |
Physical Properties of Zincoberaunite
Transparency:
Translucent
Colour:
Pale olive green to black
Cleavage:
Distinct/Good
Good on {100}
Good on {100}
Fracture:
Splintery
Density:
2.92 g/cm3 (Calculated)
Comment:
Could not be measured; calculated given for holotype, cotype gave 2.94
Optical Data of Zincoberaunite
Type:
Biaxial (-)
RI values:
nα = 1.745(5) nβ = 1.760(5) nγ = 1.770(5)
2V:
Measured: 80° (5)
Max. Birefringence:
δ = 0.025
Based on recorded range of RI values above.
Based on recorded range of RI values above.
Interference Colours:
The colours simulate birefringence patterns seen in thin section under crossed polars. They do not take into account mineral colouration or opacity.
Michel-Levy Bar The default colours simulate the birefringence range for a 30 µm thin-section thickness. Adjust the slider to simulate a different thickness.
Grain Simulation You can rotate the grain simulation to show how this range might look as you rotated a sample under crossed polars. Each grain retains its interference colour (retardation) while its brightness falls to black at extinction and reaches a maximum between extinction positions.
The colours simulate birefringence patterns seen in thin section under crossed polars. They do not take into account mineral colouration or opacity.
Michel-Levy Bar The default colours simulate the birefringence range for a 30 µm thin-section thickness. Adjust the slider to simulate a different thickness.
Grain Simulation You can rotate the grain simulation to show how this range might look as you rotated a sample under crossed polars. Each grain retains its interference colour (retardation) while its brightness falls to black at extinction and reaches a maximum between extinction positions.
Surface Relief:
Moderate
Dispersion:
Distinct, r < ν
Pleochroism:
Strong
Comments:
X = Y (pale beige) < Z (light orange-brown)
Comments:
Y = b, Z ≈ c
Chemistry of Zincoberaunite
Mindat Formula:
ZnFe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5 · 6H2O
More detailed version: ZnFe3+2Fe3+3(PO4)4(OH)5·6H2O
More detailed version: ZnFe3+2Fe3+3(PO4)4(OH)5·6H2O
Element Weights:
Crystallography of Zincoberaunite
Crystal System:
Monoclinic
Class (H-M):
2/m - Prismatic
Space Group:
B2/b
Setting:
C2/c
Cell Parameters:
a = 20.837(2) Å, b = 5.1624(4) Å, c = 19.250(1) Å
β = 93.252(5)°
β = 93.252(5)°
Ratio:
a:b:c = 4.036 : 1 : 3.729
Unit Cell V:
2067.3 ų
Z:
4
Morphology:
Radial or randomly oriented aggregates of flexible fibers up to 1.5 mm long and up to 3 μm thick.
Elongated along [010] and somewhat flattened on {100}.
Elongated along [010] and somewhat flattened on {100}.
Comment:
Cell parameters given for the holotype at room temperature
X-Ray Powder Diffraction
Powder Diffraction Data:
| d-spacing | Intensity |
|---|---|
| 10.37 Å | (100) |
| 9.58 Å | (32) |
| 7.24 Å | (26) |
| 4.817 Å | (22) |
| 3.483 Å | (14) |
| 3.431 Å | (14) |
| 3.194 Å | (15) |
| 3.079 Å | (33) |
Reference:
Chukanov, Nikita V., Pekov, Igor V., Grey, Ian E., Price, Jason R., Britvin, Sergey N., Krzhizhanovskaya, Maria G., Kampf, Anthony R., Dünkel, Bernhard, Keck, Erich, Belakovskiy, Dmitry I., MacRae, Colin M. (2017) Zincoberaunite, ZnFe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5⋅6H2O, a new mineral from the Hagendorf South pegmatite, Germany. Mineralogy and Petrology, 111 (3) 351-361 doi:10.1007/s00710-016-0482-y
Geological Environment
Paragenetic Mode(s):
| Paragenetic Mode | Earliest Age (Ga) |
|---|---|
| Stage 7: Great Oxidation Event | <2.4 |
| 47a : [Near-surface hydration of prior minerals] | |
| 47c : [Carbonates, phosphates, borates, nitrates] |
Geological Setting:
Granite pegmatite
Type Occurrence of Zincoberaunite
General Appearance of Type Material:
Radial or randomly oriented aggregates of flexible fibers up to 1.5 mm long and up to 3 μm thick.
Place of Conservation of Type Material:
Collections of the Fersman Mineralogical Museum of Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russia (registration number 4828/1)
Empirical Formula of Type Material:
(Zn0.83Ca0.08Mg0.06)Σ0.97(Fe3+4.88Al0.16)Σ5.04(PO4)4.09(OH)4.78 *5.86H2O
Chemical Analysis of Type Material:
| MgO | 0.28 % |
|---|---|
| CaO | 0.47 % |
| ZnO | 7.36 % |
| Al2O3 | 0.88 % |
| Fe2O3 | 42.42 % |
| P2O5 | 31.63 % |
| H2O | 16.2 % |
| Total: | 99.24 % |
Associated Minerals at Type Locality:
Reference:
Chukanov, Nikita V., Pekov, Igor V., Grey, Ian E., Price, Jason R., Britvin, Sergey N., Krzhizhanovskaya, Maria G., Kampf, Anthony R., Dünkel, Bernhard, Keck, Erich, Belakovskiy, Dmitry I., MacRae, Colin M. (2017) Zincoberaunite, ZnFe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5⋅6H2O, a new mineral from the Hagendorf South pegmatite, Germany. Mineralogy and Petrology, 111 (3) 351-361 doi:10.1007/s00710-016-0482-y
Synonyms of Zincoberaunite
Other Language Names for Zincoberaunite
Dutch:Zincoberauniet
German:Zincoberaunit
Relationship of Zincoberaunite to other Species
Member of:
Other Members of Beraunite Group:
| Beraunite | Fe3+6(PO4)4O(OH)4 · 6H2O | Mon. m : Bb |
| Ferroberaunite | Fe2+Fe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5 · 6H2O | Mon. 2/m : B2/b |
| Tvrdýite | Fe2+Fe3+2Al3(PO4)4(OH)5(H2O)4 · 2H2O | Mon. 2/m : B2/b |
Common Associates
Associations Based on Photo Data:
| 1 photo of Zincoberaunite associated with Frondelite | (Mn2+0.5Fe3+0.5)2Fe3+3(PO4)3(OH)5 |
Related Minerals - Strunz-mindat Grouping
| 8.DC. | Ferroberaunite | Fe2+Fe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5 · 6H2O |
| 8.DC. | Césarferreiraite | Fe2+ Fe3+2(AsO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC. | Ferrivauxite | Fe3+Al2(PO4)2(OH)3 · 5H2O |
| 8.DC. | Ianbruceite | Zn2(AsO4)(OH) · 3H2O |
| 8.DC.05 | Nissonite | Cu2Mg2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 5H2O |
| 8.DC.07 | Euchroite | Cu2(AsO4)(OH) · 3H2O |
| 8.DC.10 | Legrandite | Zn2(AsO4)(OH) · H2O |
| 8.DC.12 | Strashimirite | Cu8(AsO4)4(OH)4 · 5H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | Earlshannonite | Mn2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | Kunatite | CuFe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | 'UM2006-27-PO:FeHZn' | ZnFe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | 'UKI-2006-(PO:AlCuFeH)' | Fe2+Al3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | Cobaltarthurite | CoFe3+2(AsO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | Arthurite | CuFe3+2(AsO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | Ojuelaite | ZnFe3+2(AsO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | Whitmoreite | Fe2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.15 | Bendadaite | Fe2+Fe3+2(AsO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.17 | Kleemanite | ZnAl2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 3H2O |
| 8.DC.20 | Magnesiobermanite | MgMn3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.20 | Bermanite | Mn2+Mn3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.20 | Coralloite | Mn2+Mn3+2(AsO4)2(OH)2 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.22 | Kovdorskite | Mg2(PO4)(OH) · 3H2O |
| 8.DC.25 | Zincostrunzite | ZnFe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 6.5H2O |
| 8.DC.25 | Metavauxite | Fe2+Al2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.25 | Metavivianite | Fe2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 6H2O |
| 8.DC.25 | Ferristrunzite | Fe3+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)3 · 5H2O |
| 8.DC.25 | Strunzite | Mn2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 6H2O |
| 8.DC.25 | Ferrostrunzite | Fe2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 6H2O |
| 8.DC.27 | Beraunite | Fe3+6(PO4)4O(OH)4 · 6H2O |
| 8.DC.27 | Tvrdýite | Fe2+Fe3+2Al3(PO4)4(OH)5(H2O)4 · 2H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Maghrebite | MgAl2(AsO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Ferrolaueite | Fe2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Ushkovite | MgFe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Laueite | Mn2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Paravauxite | Fe2+Al2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Sigloite | Fe3+Al2(PO4)2(OH)3 · 7H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Nordgauite | MnAl2(PO4)2(F,OH)2 · 5H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Kayrobertsonite | [MnAl2(PO4)2(OH)2(H2O)4] · 2H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Kummerite | Mn2+Fe3+Al(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Mangangordonite | Mn2+Al2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Stewartite | Mn2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Gordonite | MgAl2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Kastningite | (Mn2+,Fe2+,Mg)Al2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.30 | Pseudolaueite | Mn2+Fe3+2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 8H2O |
| 8.DC.32 | Kamarizaite | Fe3+3(AsO4)2(OH)3 · 3H2O |
| 8.DC.32 | Tinticite | Fe3+3(PO4)2(OH)3 · 3H2O |
| 8.DC.35 | Vauxite | Fe2+Al2(PO4)2(OH)2 · 6H2O |
| 8.DC.37 | Vantasselite | Al4(PO4)3(OH)3 · 9H2O |
| 8.DC.40 | Cacoxenite | Fe3+24AlO6(PO4)17(OH)12 · 75H2O |
| 8.DC.45 | Souzalite | Mg3Al4(PO4)4(OH)6 · 2H2O |
| 8.DC.45 | Gormanite | (Fe2+,Mg)3(Al,Fe3+)4(PO4)4(OH)6 · 2H2O |
| 8.DC.47 | Kingite | Al3(PO4)2F2(OH) · 7H2O |
| 8.DC.50 | Allanpringite | Fe3+3(PO4)2(OH)3 · 5H2O |
| 8.DC.50 | Fluorwavellite | Al3(PO4)2(OH)2F · 5H2O |
| 8.DC.50 | Wavellite | Al3(PO4)2(OH)3 · 5H2O |
| 8.DC.52 | Kribergite | Al5(PO4)3(SO4)(OH)4 · 4H2O |
| 8.DC.55 | Mapimite | Zn2Fe3+3(AsO4)3(OH)4 · 10H2O |
| 8.DC.57 | Ogdensburgite | Ca2Fe3+4(Zn,Mn2+)(AsO4)4(OH)6 · 6H2O |
| 8.DC.60 | Cloncurryite | Cu0.5(VO)0.5Al2(PO4)2F2 · 5H2O |
| 8.DC.60 | Nevadaite | (Cu2+,Al,V3+)6Al8(PO4)8F8(OH)2 · 22H2O |
| 8.DC.62 | Kenngottite | Mn2+3Fe3+4(PO4)4(OH)6(H2O)2 |
| 8.DC.67 | Molinelloite | Cu(H2O)(OH)V4+O(V5+O4) |
| 8.DC.70 | Whitecapsite | H16Fe2+5Fe3+14Sb3+6(AsO4)18O16 · 120H2O |
| 8.DC.75 | Heimite | PbCu2(AsO4)(OH)3 · 2H2O |
| 8.DC.80 | Lednevite | Cu[PO3(OH)] · H2O |
Fluorescence of Zincoberaunite
Not fluorescent
Other Information
Health Risks:
No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.
Internet Links for Zincoberaunite
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References for Zincoberaunite
Reference List:
Hålenius, U., Hatert, F., Pasero, M., Mills, S.J. (2016) New minerals and nomenclature modifications approved in 2016, CNMNC Newsletter no 30. Mineralogical Magazine, 80 (2) 407-413 doi:10.1180/minmag.2016.080.081
Chukanov, Nikita V., Pekov, Igor V., Grey, Ian E., Price, Jason R., Britvin, Sergey N., Krzhizhanovskaya, Maria G., Kampf, Anthony R., Dünkel, Bernhard, Keck, Erich, Belakovskiy, Dmitry I., MacRae, Colin M. (2017) Zincoberaunite, ZnFe3+5(PO4)4(OH)5⋅6H2O, a new mineral from the Hagendorf South pegmatite, Germany. Mineralogy and Petrology, 111 (3) 351-361 doi:10.1007/s00710-016-0482-y
Localities for Zincoberaunite
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Czech Republic | |
| Tvrdý et al. (2020) |
| Tvrdý et al. (2020) +1 other reference | |
Germany (TL) | |
| Hålenius et al. (2016) +1 other reference |
Portugal | |
| Christian Rewitzer collection - SEM-EDS ... |
Spain | |
| Calvo Rebollar et al. (2022) |
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Sítio do Castelo Mine, Folgosinho, Gouveia, Guarda, Portugal