Aiolosite
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Aiolosite is a rare sodium bismuth sulfate mineral with the chemical formula Na4Bi(SO4)3Cl. Its type locality is Vulcano, Sicily, Italy. Its name comes from the Greek name Aeolus.[2]
Aiolosite | |
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![]() Aiolosite found at its type locality, the only known locality worldwide | |
General | |
Category | Minerals |
Formula | Na4Bi(SO4)3Cl |
IMA symbol | Aio[1] |
Identification | |
Color | Colourless to white |
Luster | Vitreous |
Streak | White |
Diaphaneity | Translucent |
Specific gravity | 3.589 |
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