About Zaccagnaite
A rare zinc aluminum carbonate hydroxide of the Hydrotalcite group, typically colorless or pale. It's associated with emotional healing and purification.
Primary Hues
Colorless, White, Pale Blue, forms hexagonal platy crystals
Geological & Scientific Details
Zaccagnaite is classified as a minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the hexagonal system. Its chemical formula is formula Zn4Al2CO3(OH)12·3H2O.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Minerals
- Chemical Formula: formula Zn4Al2CO3(OH)12·3H2O
- IMA Symbol: Zac
- Crystal System: Hexagonal
- Predominant Geological Color: White
- Streak: White
Associated Minerals
- Hydrotalcite
- Hydrotalcite
- Manasseite
- Pyroaurite
- Stichtite
- Smithsonite
- Hydrozincite