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π Sphalerite is a mineral that comes from deep within the Earth, made of zinc and sulfur!
π It can be very shiny and comes in many colors, including yellow, brown, and black.
π Sphalerite often contains around 67% zinc, which is good for our health!
πͺ This mineral measures 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making it relatively soft.
β½ Sphalerite has a special crystal shape known as a dodecahedron, similar to a soccer ball!
π You can find sphalerite in places like Belgium, Mexico, and the USA.
βοΈ Mining for sphalerite involves digging deep in the Earth to extract this valuable mineral.
π½οΈ Sphalerite is mainly used to produce zinc, which protects items like roofs from rust.
π³ Mining can affect nature, but many companies practice sustainable mining to care for the environment.
π Sphalerite has been known since ancient times and has played an important role in trade and industry.
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