Terlinguaite

Terlinguaite

Terlinguaite

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Terlinguaite is the naturally occurring mineral with formula Hg2ClO. It is formed by the weathering of other mercury-containing minerals. It was discovered in 1900 in the Terlingua District of Brewster County, Texas, for which it is named.[5] Its color is yellow, greenish yellow, brown, or olive green.

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