Ganophyllite
Ganophyllite is a rare micaceous mineral which can form some interesting mineral specimens.
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Information about Ganophyllite
Ganophyllite is a rare and visually subtle mineral, typically forming thin, micaceous flakes or platy aggregates in shades of brown, reddish-brown, orange-brown, or yellowish.
Uses and History
Due to its rarity and delicate form, ganophyllite has no industrial or commercial uses. Its primary value lies in mineralogical collections.
Ganophyllite was named in 1890 by Axel Hamberg for the Greek words γανωμα (brilliance) and φύλλον (leaf), for its luster on the micaceous areas.
Its type locality is Harstigen Mine, Sweden.
Mineralogy
Light brown, pink-brown, pale pink
Hazards and Warnings
Mineral collectors should wash their hands after handling specimens, to avoid any exposure to potential toxins.
Almost all rocks, minerals (and, frankly, almost all other substances on earth) can produce toxic dust when cutting, which can cause serious respiratory conditions including silicosis. When cutting or polishing rocks, minerals, shells, etc, all work should be done wet to minimise the dust, and a suitable respirator or extraction system should be used.
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