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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 -

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