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History of Sphalerite

History of Sphalerite

History of Sphalerite Introduction History of Sphalerite, also known as zinc blende, is a significant mineral primarily composed of zinc sulfide (ZnS). Its history is intertwined with the development of zinc mining and metallurgy, as well as its identification and classification in mineralogy. Early Identification and Naming The name “sphalerite” is derived from the Greek word “sphaleros,” meaning …

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