sárindum

Sárindum is a rare and distinctive mineral that was first discovered in the late 19th century. It is named after its type locality, the Sárvári Mountains in Hungary, where it was initially found. Sárindum is characterized by its unique chemical composition, which includes barium, calcium, and silicon, along with oxygen and hydrogen. Its crystal structure is monoclinic, and it typically forms small, prismatic crystals or granular masses.

The mineral is known for its pale yellow to colorless appearance, with a vitreous luster. It has a Mohs hardness of approximately 5, making it relatively soft and susceptible to scratching. Sárindum is often found in association with other minerals such as calcite, quartz, and barite. It is typically formed in hydrothermal veins and cavities within limestone and dolomite rocks.

Due to its rarity and distinctive properties, sárindum is of interest to mineral collectors and researchers. However, it is not widely used in industrial applications. The mineral's occurrence is limited to a few specific locations worldwide, including its type locality in Hungary and other sites in Europe and Asia. Despite its rarity, sárindum remains an important subject of study for geologists and mineralogists, contributing to our understanding of the geological processes that form such unique minerals.