hopeapinnoite
Hopeapinnoite is a rare mineral that belongs to the phosphate class of minerals. It was first discovered in 1984 in the Kola Peninsula, Russia, and its name is derived from the Finnish words "hopea" meaning silver, and "pinnoite" referring to its structural similarity to the mineral pinnoite. The mineral is known for its unique silver-white color and its hexagonal crystal system.
Hopeapinnoite has a chemical formula of (Ca,Na)2(Mg,Fe)2(PO4)2(H2O)12, which indicates the presence of calcium, sodium, magnesium, iron,
The mineral is relatively soft, with a Mohs hardness of around 3 to 4, and has a
In addition to its aesthetic value, hopeapinnoite has also been studied for its potential industrial applications.