Hatchettite
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Description
A soft, yellowish mineral wax found in bogs and coal beds in England and Australia. Hatchettite darkens on exposure to air.
Synonyms and Related Terms
adipocerite; hatchettine
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Composition | C36H78 |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.90-0.98 g/ml |
Resources and Citations
- Random House, Webster's Encyclopedic Unabridged Dictionary of the English Language, Grammercy Book, New York, 1997
- Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: "Hatchett, Charles." Accessed 2 Dec. 2004.
- C.W.Chesterman, K.E.Lowe, Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Rocks and Minerals, Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 1979