resolverite

Resolverite is a rare, naturally occurring mineral discovered in 2019. It was first identified in the Kola Peninsula, Russia, and is named after the process of resolution, reflecting its unique crystal structure. Resolverite is a silicate mineral, belonging to the zeolite group, and is characterized by its complex, intergrown crystals. Its chemical composition is (Na,K)4-6[Al6Si10O32]·12H2O, indicating a high content of sodium, potassium, aluminum, silicon, and water.

The mineral exhibits a white to pale yellow color and has a vitreous luster. Its hardness on the Mohs scale is approximately 5, and it has a specific gravity of around 2.2. Resolverite is typically found in cavities within basaltic rocks, often associated with other zeolite minerals such as analcime and chabazite.

Resolverite's discovery has contributed to the understanding of zeolite mineralogy and the geological processes that form these minerals. Its unique crystal structure and chemical composition make it a subject of interest for mineralogists and geologists. Despite its rarity, resolverite serves as a valuable specimen for scientific study and collection.