Sogdianite

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Single crystal group of the rare zirconium mineral sogdianite from the type locality: Dara-i-Pioz Glacier, Tien Shan Mountains, Region of Republican Subordination, Tajikistan

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Properties

Formula KZr2Li3Si12O30
Abbreviation Sog
Classification Osumilite (group)
Luminescence emitter TiO6
IMA Status Approved (IMA 1971 s.p.)
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Crystal symmetry Hexagonal, Point group 6/mmm, Space group P6/mcc (#192)
Tags Mineral, Silicate

Composition

Element Wt%
Li 1.19
Na 1.1
K 5.59
Zr 8.69
Fe 4.79
Al 0.77
Si 32.12
O 45.75
Total: 100

Reference

Reference Lines Spectra Images
Gorobets and Rogojine 2002 1 0 0