Lodestone
A variety of Magnetite
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About Lodestone
Formula:
Fe2+Fe3+2O4
A variety of magnetite that is a natural magnet (magnetized).
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
5805 (as Lodestone)
2538 (as Magnetite)
2538 (as Magnetite)
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:5805:2 (as Lodestone)
mindat:1:1:2538:2 (as Magnetite)
mindat:1:1:2538:2 (as Magnetite)
Pronunciation of Lodestone
Pronunciation:
| Play | Recorded by | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Jolyon Ralph | United Kingdom |
Chemistry of Lodestone
Mindat Formula:
Fe2+Fe3+2O4
Elements listed:
Common Associates
Other Information
Health Risks:
No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.
Internet Links for Lodestone
mindat.org URL:
https://www.mindat.org/min-5805.html
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References for Lodestone
Localities for Lodestone
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The Locality List
- This locality has map coordinates listed.
- This locality has estimated coordinates.
ⓘ - Click for references and further information on this occurrence.
? - Indicates mineral may be doubtful at this locality.
- Good crystals or important locality for species.
- World class for species or very significant.
(TL) - Type Locality for a valid mineral species.
(FRL) - First Recorded Locality for everything else (eg varieties).
All localities listed without proper references should be considered as questionable.
Manzanera, Teruel, Aragon, Spain