Serpentine Subgroup
| Use attributes for filter ! | |
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| White | |
| Green | |
| Yellow | |
| Luster | Greasy, Waxy |
| Crystal system | Monoclinic crystal system |
| Chemical formula | (Mg,Fe,Ni,Al,Zn,Mn)₂₋₃ (Si,Al,Fe)₂O₅(OH)₄ |
| Hardness (Mohs hardness scale) | 3 – 6 |
| Mineral class | Silicate minerals |
| Transparency | Translucent, Opaque |
| Date of Reg. | |
| Date of Upd. | |
| ID | 554753 |
About Serpentine Subgroup
The serpentine subgroup are greenish, brownish, or spotted minerals commonly found in serpentinite rocks. They are used as a source of magnesium and asbestos, and as a decorative stone. The name is thought to come from the greenish color being that of a serpent.