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TitleMagnetite
DescriptionMagnetite, Fe3O4 (iron oxide), is a natural magnet, hence the name, giving it a very nice distinguishing characteristic. Magnetite is an important source of iron ore and occurs in many igneous rocks.
LocationUSA ▹ Arkansas. Near Magnet.
PhotographerNessa Eull. 1899-12-30.
CollectionUniversity of North Dakota Mineralogy Collection #2364.
Key wordsMagnetite, Arkansas
Tech details484 KB. Hand specimen. Fujifilm FinePix S1Pro digital camera; 60mm AF Nikon micro lens.
GeoDIL number1523