About Tarapacaite
Potassium chromate, a bright yellow mineral. It's associated with vitality and creativity but requires caution due to chromate content.
Primary Hues
Sulphur-Yellow, Canary Yellow, forms small crystals or coatings
Geological & Scientific Details
Tarapacaite is classified as a sulfate minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the orthorhombic system. Its chemical formula is K2(CrO4). Common crystal habits include thick tabular.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Sulfate minerals
- Chemical Formula: K2(CrO4)
- Crystal System: Orthorhombic
- Predominant Geological Color: Bright yellow, yellow-orange
- Crystal Habit: Thick tabular
- Cleavage: Distinct/good On {001} and {010}, distinct
- Diaphaneity: Transparent
Associated Minerals
- Lopezite
- Potassium
- Dichromate
- Nitratine
- Halite