Zhanghengite
(repeating unit)CuZn IMA symbol Zhg[1] Strunz classification 1.AB.10a Crystal system Isometric Crystal class Hexoctahedral (m3m)
H-M symbol: (4/m 3 2/m) Space group Im3m Unit cell a = 2.95 Å; Z = 1 Identification Color Golden yellow Cleavage None Mohs scale hardness 3.5 Luster Metallic Streak bronze Diaphaneity Opaque Specific gravity 3.92 Ultraviolet fluorescence Non-fluorescent References [2][3]
H-M symbol: (4/m 3 2/m)
Zhanghengite is a mineral consisting of 80% copper and zinc, 10% iron, and 10% chromium and aluminium. Its color is golden yellow. It was discovered in 1986 during the analysis of the Bo Xian meteorite and is named after Zhang Heng, an ancient Chinese astronomer.
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