Speculite
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Formula:
AuTe2
Lustre:
Metallic
Note: Calaverite has the same chemical formula.
Probably the same as krennerite, or a low-Ag variety of sylvanite.
Originally reported from Lake View Consols mine, Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, Australia.
Probably the same as krennerite, or a low-Ag variety of sylvanite.
Originally reported from Lake View Consols mine, Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, Australia.
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
9127
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:9127:1
Similar Names
| Spiculite | A rock classification type |
Physical Properties of Speculite
Metallic
Chemistry of Speculite
Mindat Formula:
AuTe2
Element Weights:
| Element | % weight |
|---|---|
| Te | 56.439 % |
Calculated from ideal end-member formula.
Elements listed:
Other Language Names for Speculite
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 Speculite
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References for Speculite
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Localities for Speculite
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(TL) - Type Locality for a valid mineral species.
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All localities listed without proper references should be considered as questionable.
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