sulfosalti
Sulfosalt is a mineral group characterized by the general formula A_{m}B_{n}S_{p}, where A and B are cations and S is sulfur. In sulfosalts, sulfur acts as a ligand in a complex anion, rather than forming simple sulfide minerals like galena (PbS) or pyrite (FeS2). This means they are structurally distinct from simple sulfides, often exhibiting more complex crystal structures.
The term "sulfosalt" is a mineralogical classification rather than a strict chemical definition. It encompasses a
Sulfosalts are typically found in hydrothermal ore deposits. They often occur alongside other sulfide minerals, and