Kantamina
Kantamina is a mineral species that belongs to the epidote group, characterized by its unique chemical composition and crystalline structure. It typically forms in metamorphic rocks through hydrothermal processes and is known for its distinctive green to bluish-green coloration. The mineral's chemical formula is generally expressed as Ca2(Al,Fe)3(SiO4)3(OH), indicating the presence of calcium, aluminum, iron, silicon, oxygen, and hydroxide ions.
Kantamina crystals often display prismatic or tabular habits and can occur in granular, massive, or foliated
In terms of geological significance, kantamina is valuable as an indicator mineral in the study of metamorphic
Kantamina occurs in several locations worldwide, with notable deposits reported in regions with metamorphic geological formations.