Proxidecagonite
Proxidecagonite is a rare mineral with the chemical formula Al34Ni9Fe2, composed primarily of aluminum, nickel, and iron. It crystallizes in the orthorhombic crystal system, characterized by three mutually perpendicular axes of unequal length. This mineral is classified as an intermetallic compound, a group of minerals formed by metallic elements in specific ratios. Proxidecagonite exhibits a metallic luster and is typically found in dark gray to silver tones. Its physical properties, such as hardness and density, are not widely documented, but its intermetallic nature suggests a relatively high density and moderate hardness. Due to its rarity and specific chemical composition, it is of interest primarily to mineralogists and researchers.
Composition
- AlAluminium58.9%
- NiNickel33.9%
- FeIron7.2%
Overview
Proxidecagonite is a rare mineral with the chemical formula Al34Ni9Fe2, composed primarily of aluminum, nickel, and iron. It crystallizes in the orthorhombic crystal system, characterized by three mutually perpendicular axes of unequal length. This mineral is classified as an intermetallic compound, a group of minerals formed by metallic elements in specific ratios. Proxidecagonite exhibits a metallic luster and is typically found in dark gray to silver tones. Its physical properties, such as hardness and density, are not widely documented, but its intermetallic nature suggests a relatively high density and moderate hardness. Due to its rarity and specific chemical composition, it is of interest primarily to mineralogists and researchers.