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Avicennite

A species of Minerals

Avicennite (thallium(III) oxide) is an oxide mineral. It was discovered around the Dzhuzumli village, Samarqand, Uzbekistan. It is named after Avicenna, a Persian doctor and polymath.

Hardness:

1.5 - 2.5

Density:

10.34 g/cm³

General Info About Avicennite

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Physical Properties of Avicennite

Colors

Greyish black with brownish black tint

Streak

Greyish black, black with a brownish tint

Hardness

1.5 - 2.5 , Extremely soft

Density

10.34 g/cm³, Obviously Heavy Weight

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Chemical Properties of Avicennite

Formula

Tl₂O₃

Elements listed

O, Tl

Common Impurities

Characteristics of Avicennite

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