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| Mordenite |
This sample is from North Island, New Zealand.
The chemical formula is: (Ca, Na2, K2)Al2Si10O24·7H2O. The mineral was first described in 1864 by Henry How. He named it after a small community; Morden, Nova Scotia, Canada.
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| Mordenite |
I was mesmerized by its geography.
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| Mordenite |
This mineral is useful commercially for absorbents, feed supplements, water treatment, sports turf and slow release fertilizer.
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| Mordenite |
Thanks to Wikipedia and Mindat.org for the information provided.
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