Alpersite
In this article we are going to delve into the fascinating world of Alpersite. We will explore its origins, its relevance in today's society and its impact on different aspects of daily life. From the historical perspective to its evolution today, Alpersite has been the subject of study and debate, generating great interest among academics, lovers of the subject, and society in general. Through this article, we will seek to shed light on Alpersite, providing a panoramic view that allows the reader to understand its importance and influence in the contemporary world.
| Alpersite | |
|---|---|
 Alpersite crystals (white) with slavíkite | |
| General | |
| Category | Minerals |
| Formula | (Mg,Cu)[SO4]·7H2O |
| IMA symbol | Aps |
| Identification | |
| Color | Blue, pale blue, whitish, turquoise |
| Fracture | Irregular/Uneven |
| Tenacity | Brittle |
| Mohs scale hardness | 2.5 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Streak | White |
| Diaphaneity | Transparent |
| Specific gravity | 1.820 |
Alpersite (IMA symbol: Aps[1]) is a magnesium copper sulfate mineral with the chemical formula (Mg,Cu)[SO4]·7H2O. It is named after United States Geological Survey geochemist Charles N. Alpers and was first described in 2006.[2]
References
- ^ Warr, L.N. (2021). "IMA-CNMNC approved mineral symbols". Mineralogical Magazine. 85 (3): 291–320. Bibcode:2021MinM...85..291W. doi:10.1180/mgm.2021.43. S2CID 235729616.
- ^ Alpersite Archived 2019-03-26 at the Wayback Machine on mindat.org