Smithsonite
Chemical Formula
ZnCO3
Chemical Class
Carbonates
Properties
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Origin
Smithsonite is one of zinc main minerals. Despite the zinc high content it contains, this metal achievement by means of smithsonite is not feasible, due to processing complexity and high cost. Due to its fine color, it is highly valued by mineral collectors.
Curiosities
Smithsonite is one of zinc main minerals. Despite the zinc high content it contains, this metal achievement by means of smithsonite is not feasible, due to processing complexity and high cost. Due to its fine color, it is highly valued by mineral collectors.
Use
Smithsonite is one of zinc main minerals. Despite the zinc high content it contains, this metal achievement by means of smithsonite is not feasible, due to processing complexity and high cost. Due to its fine color, it is highly valued by mineral collectors.
Source: MM Gerdau - Museu das Minas e do Metal -