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Dyscrasite
Introduction
Physical Properties
Chemical Properties
Occurences
Notable Locality
Major Uses
Diagnostic Features

Introduction

Dyscrasite is the primary ore mineral of antimony and silver, distinctive for its high density.Pyramidal dyscrasite crystals are exceptionally rare and are usually found in massive, sheety or granular habits. dyscrasite is soluble in nitric acid and produces Sb2O3 sediments.Named by F.S. Beudant in 1832.

        

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