Tincalconite
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Description
A borate mineral composed of hydrated sodium tetraborate. Tincalconite is a dull white powder that is commonly found on the surface of other borate minerals, such as Borax and kernite.
Synonyms and Related Terms
jeweler's borax
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Composition = Na2B4O5(OH)4 - 3H2O
Resources and Citations
- Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: "tincalconite." Accessed 9 Dec. 2004.
- Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tincalconite (accessed Dec. 9, 2004)