lisamoodelites

Lisamoodelites are a class of minerals that belong to the amphibole group, which is characterized by their double chain silicate structure. They are named after the type locality, the Lisamoo mine in Western Australia. These minerals are typically dark green to black in color and have a prismatic or acicular crystal habit. Lisamoodelites are often found in metamorphic rocks, particularly those that have undergone contact or regional metamorphism. They are notable for their distinctive optical properties, including pleochroism and high birefringence. The chemical composition of lisamoodelites varies, but they generally contain sodium, calcium, magnesium, iron, and aluminum. These minerals are of interest to mineralogists and geologists due to their unique crystal structures and the geological processes that form them. Despite their scientific significance, lisamoodelites are not commonly used in industry due to their rarity and the challenges associated with their extraction and processing.