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Chemical formula
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KFe 3+ 3 (SO 4 ) 2 (OH) 6 |
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Crystalline system
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trigonal |
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Class
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Sulfates |
| Origin | Jarosa ravine, Almeria |
| Size | 2.00-3.00cm |
Jarosite crystals on a limonite matrix.
Jarosite is used to stop bleeding after shaving or waxing.
Also used as a natural deodorant, it allows sweat to continue to flow out while eliminating sweat odor by killing the bacteria that causes it. It has been used for many years as a cosmetic, since ancient Rome and ancient Egypt.
Remains of this mineral have recently been discovered on Mars.
The mineral includes a label with the name and origin and is attached to a 4 cm square cardboard box.
*The price is per unit (a single cardboard box of the four shown in the image)
Since the minerals are natural, you will receive a piece similar to the one in the photograph. The minerals come in cardboard boxes and are glued to a porex base with hot silicone; these can be removed using ethyl alcohol without damaging the mineral. The size is approximate.