Mcauslanite (original) (raw)
A valid IMA mineral species
Formula:
Fe3Al2(PO4)3(PO3OH)F · 18H2O
Name:
Named in honor of David Alexander McAuslan (1943- ), former Eastern Exploration Manager for Shell Canada Resources Ltd. who was key to the discovery and development of the East Kemptville deposit.
This page provides mineralogical data about Mcauslanite.
Unique IdentifiersHide
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Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:2610:5
df16d745-3977-4bcb-a372-46a42a153f2b
IMA Classification of McauslaniteHide
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IMA Formula:
Fe2+3Al2(PO4)3(PO3OH)F · 18H2O
Type description reference:
Richardson, J. M., Roberts, A. C., Grice, J. D., Ramik, R. A. (1988) Mcauslanite, a supergene hydrated iron aluminum fluorophosphate from the East Kemptville tin mine, Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia. The Canadian Mineralogist, 26 (4) 917-921
Classification of McauslaniteHide
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8.DB.60
8 : PHOSPHATES, ARSENATES, VANADATES
D : Phosphates, etc. with additional anions, with H2O
B : With only medium-sized cations, (OH, etc.):RO4< 1:1
42.11.22.1
42 : HYDRATED PHOSPHATES, ETC.CONTAINING HYDROXYL OR HALOGEN
11 : (AB)3(XO4)2Zq·xH2O
22.1.26
22 : Phosphates, Arsenates or Vanadates with other Anions
1 : Phosphates, arsenates or vanadates with fluoride
Mineral SymbolsHide
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As of 2021 there are now IMA–CNMNC approved mineral symbols (abbreviations) for each mineral species, useful for tables and diagrams.
| Symbol | Source | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Mas | IMA–CNMNC | Warr, L.N. (2021). IMA–CNMNC approved mineral symbols. Mineralogical Magazine, 85(3), 291-320. doi:10.1180/mgm.2021.43 |
Physical Properties of McauslaniteHide
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Transparency:
Transparent, Translucent
Cleavage:
Distinct/Good
Parallel to [001] good
Density:
2.22(2) g/cm3 (Measured) 2.17 g/cm3 (Calculated)
Optical Data of McauslaniteHide
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RI values:
_n_α = 1.522(1) _n_β = 1.531(1) _n_γ = 1.534(1)
2V:
Measured: 55° (5), Calculated: 60°
δ = 0.012
Image shows birefringence interference colour range (at 30µm thickness)
and does not take into account mineral colouration.
Optical Extinction:
X:b= l7° in β obtuse
Y:c = l8° in α obtuse
Z:a = 14° in γ obtuse
Pleochroism:
Non-pleochroic
Chemistry of McauslaniteHide
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Mindat Formula:
Fe3Al2(PO4)3(PO3OH)F · 18H2O
Crystallography of McauslaniteHide
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Cell Parameters:
a = 10.055(5) Å, b = 11.568(5) Å, c = 6.888(5) Å
α = 105.84(6)°, β = 93.66(6)°, γ = 106.47(5)°
Ratio:
a:b:c = 0.869 : 1 : 0.595
Unit Cell V:
730.43 ų (Calculated from Unit Cell)
Morphology:
Tabular to acicular fibers and bladed crystals. Individuals blades are terminated by the forms {010} major, {100} minor and {001} very minor.
Twinning:
Twinning occurs as a l80 deg rotation about a*. The (010) face has a twin suture.
Comment:
Point Group: 1 or 1; Space Group: P1 or P1.
X-Ray Powder DiffractionHide
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Powder Diffraction Data:
| d-spacing | Intensity |
|---|---|
| 4.96 Å | (100) |
| 10.6 Å | (90) |
| 9.53 Å | (85) |
| 6.55 Å | (70) |
| 2.812 Å | (55) |
| 2.785 Å | (45) |
| 3.436 Å | (35) |
Geological EnvironmentHide
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Type Occurrence of McauslaniteHide
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General Appearance of Type Material:
Clusters of radiating crystals to 4 mm The crystals are clear, tabular to acicular yellowish-white fibers and bladed crystals.
Place of Conservation of Type Material:
Department of Earth Sciences, Carleton University, Canada, 4427.
Canadian Museum of Nature, Ottawa, Canada, 64806.
National Museum of Natural History, Washington, D.C., USA, 165484.
Geological Setting of Type Material:
On fracture surfaces in leucomonzogranite at a greisen-hosted tin mine.
Associated Minerals at Type Locality:
Reference:
Richardson, J.M., Roberts, A.C., Grice, J.D., Ramik, R.A. (1988): Mcauslanite, a supergene hydrated iron aluminum fluorophosphate from the East Kemptville tin mine, Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia. The Canadian Mineralogist: 26: 917-921.
Synonyms of McauslaniteHide
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Other Language Names for McauslaniteHide
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Related Minerals - Strunz-mindat GroupingHide
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| 8.DB. | Arangasite | Al2F(PO4)(SO4) · 9H2O | Mon. 2/m : _P_2/b |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8.DB. | Camaronesite | [Fe3+(H2O)2(PO3OH)]2(SO4) · 1-2H2O | Trig. 32 : _R_32 |
| 8.DB. | Höslite | Fe3+3(VO4)2(SO4)(OH)(H2O)4 · 3H2O | Mon. 2/m : _P_21/b |
| 8.DB.05 | Diadochite | Fe3+2(PO4)(SO4)(OH) · 6H2O | Amor. |
| 8.DB.05 | Pitticite | (Fe, AsO4, H2O) (?) | Amor. |
| 8.DB.05 | Destinezite | Fe3+2(PO4)(SO4)(OH) · 6H2O | Tric. 1 : _P_1 |
| 8.DB.07 | Wilhelmgümbelite | ZnFe2+Fe3+3(PO4)3(OH)4(H2O)5 · 2H2O | Orth. m m m _(_2/_m_2/_m_2/m ) |
| 8.DB.07 | Schmidite | [Zn2(Fe3+,Mn2+)2Fe3+(PO4)3(OH)3(H2O)6] · 2H2O | Orth. |
| 8.DB.07 | Wildenauerite | Zn(Fe3+,Mn2+)2MnFe3+(PO4)3(OH)3(H2O)6 · 2H2O | Orth. m m m _(_2/_m_2/_m_2/m ) : P b a m |
| 8.DB.10 | Vashegyite | Al11(PO4)9(OH)6 · 38H2O | Orth. m m m _(_2/_m_2/_m_2/m ) |
| 8.DB.15 | Schoonerite | ZnMn2+Fe2+2Fe3+(PO4)3(OH)2 · 9H2O | Orth. m m m _(_2/_m_2/_m_2/m ) : P b a m |
| 8.DB.20 | Sinkankasite | Mn2+Al(PO3OH)2(OH) · 6H2O | Tric. 1 : _P_1 |
| 8.DB.25 | Mitryaevaite | Al6(PO4)((P,S)O3(OH,O))2F2(OH)2 · 14.5H2O | Tric. 1 : _P_1 |
| 8.DB.30 | Sanjuanite | Al2(PO4)(SO4)(OH) · 9H2O | Tric. |
| 8.DB.35 | Sarmientite | Fe3+2(AsO4)(SO4)(OH) · 5H2O | Mon. 2/m : _P_21/b |
| 8.DB.40 | Bukovskýite | Fe3+2(AsO4)(SO4)(OH) · 9H2O | Tric. 1 : _P_1 |
| 8.DB.40 | Flurlite | Zn3Mn2+Fe3+(PO4)3(OH)2 · 9H2O | Mon. 2/m : _P_21/m |
| 8.DB.40 | Manganflurlite | ZnMn2+3Fe3+(PO4)3(OH)2(H2O)7 · 2H2O | Mon. 2/m : _P_21/m |
| 8.DB.42 | Bohuslavite | Fe3+4(PO4)3(SO4)(OH) · nH2O | Tric. 1 : _P_1 |
| 8.DB.45 | Zýkaite | Fe3+4(AsO4)3(SO4)(OH) · 15H2O | Orth. 222 : _P_222 |
| 8.DB.47 | Lapeyreite | Cu3O[AsO3(OH)]2 · 0.75H2O | Mon. 2/m : _B_2/m |
| 8.DB.50 | Giniite | Fe2+Fe3+4(PO4)3(OH)5 · 2H2O | Mon. 2/m : _P_2/b |
| 8.DB.50 | Rossiantonite | Al3(PO4)(SO4)2(OH)2(H2O)14 | Tric. 1 : _P_1 |
| 8.DB.52 | Arctowskite | Al9(PO4)8(OH)3 · 27H2O | Orth. |
| 8.DB.55 | Sasaite | (Al,Fe3+)14(PO4)11(SO4)(OH)7 · 83H2O | Orth. |
| 8.DB.65 | Goldquarryite | CuCd2Al3(PO4)4F2(H2O,F)2 · 10H2O | Tric. 1 : _P_1 |
| 8.DB.70 | Birchite | Cd2Cu2(PO4)2(SO4) · 5H2O | Orth. m m m _(_2/_m_2/_m_2/m ) : P n m a |
| 8.DB.75 | Braithwaiteite | NaCu5(Ti4+Sb5+)(AsO4)4(HAsO4)2O2 · 8H2O | Tric. 1 : _P_1 |
Fluorescence of McauslaniteHide
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Notes:
Does not effervesce in dilute HCl.
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 McauslaniteHide
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References for McauslaniteHide
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Reference List:
Richardson, J. M., Roberts, A. C., Grice, J. D., Ramik, R. A. (1988) Mcauslanite, a supergene hydrated iron aluminum fluorophosphate from the East Kemptville tin mine, Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia. The Canadian Mineralogist, 26 (4) 917-921
Localities for McauslaniteHide
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Locality ListHide
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- 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). Struck out - Mineral was erroneously reported from this locality. Faded * - Never found at this locality but inferred to have existed at some point in the past (e.g. from pseudomorphs).
All localities listed without proper references should be considered as questionable.
| Canada (TL) | |
|---|---|
| Nova Scotia Yarmouth Co. Argyle East Kemptville ⓘ East Kemptville Tin-Indium Project (East Kemptville Tin Mine) (TL) |
Richardson et al. (1988) |