Pellyite Explained

Pellyite
Formula:Ba2Ca(Fe,Mg)2Si6O17
Color:colorless, pale yellow
Melt:900 ± 15°C
References:[1]

Pellyite is a mineral that belongs to the silicate class. Its chemical formula is Ba2Ca(Fe,Mg)2Si6O17. It is named after the Pelly River in Yukon, Canada.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Pabst. Adolf. Harris. Joan. PELLYITE: NEW LOCALITIES AND NEW DATA. citeseerx.ist.psu.edu. Pennsylvania State University. 1984. November 3, 2024.
  2. Web site: Pellyite. mindat.org. November 3, 2024.

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