About Rheniite
Rhenium disulfide, an extremely rare mineral found in volcanic fumaroles. It's associated with unique, high-frequency energies and transformation. (The primary natural source of rhenium).
Primary Hues
Reddish-Grey, Greyish-Black, often with a metallic luster, (Extremely rare, found in fumaroles)
Geological & Scientific Details
Rheniite is classified as a sulfide mineral mineral which typically crystallizes in the triclinic system. Its chemical formula is ReS2. Common crystal habits include platey.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Sulfide mineral
- Chemical Formula: ReS2
- IMA Symbol: Rhn[1]
- Crystal System: Triclinic
- Predominant Geological Color: Black, red translucent
- Crystal Habit: Platey
- Luster: Metallic
- Streak: Black
- Diaphaneity: Opaque, translucent in thin fragments
Associated Minerals
- Molybdenite
- Sulphur