Rohanronkopite

Rohanronkopite is a mineral that was first discovered in the Mbeya region of Tanzania. Its chemical formula is ideally (Pb,Ca)2(Ti,Nb)2O6, though it often contains other trace elements. The mineral is named after the Rohan Ronkoite deposit where it was found. Rohanronkopite typically appears as small, euhedral crystals, often dark brown to black in color. It is a relatively rare mineral, and significant occurrences are limited. It is found in association with other oxide minerals within pegmatite and alkaline intrusive rock formations. Analysis of rohanronkopite has provided insights into the geochemical conditions of its formation, suggesting a complex crystallographic structure and a notable presence of lead and titanium. Its mineralogical classification places it within the pyrochlore supergroup, a family of complex oxide minerals. Further research is ongoing to fully understand the variations in its composition and its geological significance.