Standard Block: Hornblende 1

Secondary standard

NOTES: Homogeneous, but a lot of cracks and inclusions to stay away from.

Position62
MineralHornblende 1
Sample NameHorn 1
TypeAmphibole
Nominal formula[ ](Na,Ca)2(Fe,Mg,Al,Ti)5(Si,Al)8O22(OH)2
SupplierCannon Microprobe, Seattle, WA
SourceDallas Gem Mine, San Benito County, CA
Original reported analysis
Composition qualitySecondary standard
CommentsAnalysis shown is based on EDS and loose stoichiometric constraints. Needs more work.
H
O
Na
Mg
Al
Si
K
Ca
Ti
Mn
Fe
0.24
44.77
1.7
8.09
6.61
20.36
0.65
8.26
2.03
0.17
7.13