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Aceite
A rock classification type
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A low-temperature alkaline metasomatic rock, mainly composed of albite with subsidiary carbonate and hematite. U-bearing apatite is a common accessory.
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
50157
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:50157:8
Similar Names
Classification of Aceite
Mineralogy of Aceite
Essential minerals - these are minerals that are required within the classification of this rock:
| Carbonate | A term mostly used for any mineral or compound characterized by a fundamental anionic structure of ... |
| Feldspar > Alkali Feldspar > Albite | Na(AlSi3O8) |
| Hematite | Fe2O3 |
Non-essential minerals - these minerals are common, sometimes major components, but are not always present:
| Apatite | Ca5(PO4)3A |
Other Language Names for Aceite
Norwegian:Aceitt
Internet Links for Aceite
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