Magnetite Crystal
This crystal shows the octahedral parting plane that can be
seen on some magnetite crystals. The octahedral plane
is normal to the vertex of a cube so it intersects three sides of the cube equally,
as seen here.
Reflected Light
Definition/Function:
Magnetite is Fe3O4 and is cubic in crystal habit all though
octahedral {111} parting may be evident.
Significance in the Environment:
Characteristic Features:
Associated Particles:
References:
Deer, W. A., R. A. Howie, and J. Zussman, AN INTRODCUTION TO THE ROCK-FORMING MINERALS,
ISBN 0-582-30094-0, pp. 558, 562-564, 1992.
