Chanabayaite
A variety of Minerals
What is Chanabayaite?
Chanabayaite is the first recognized triazolate mineral, having the formula Cu2(N3C2H2Cl(NH3,Cl,H2O,[])4. Minor iron admixture is also present. It is also one of a few currently known minerals containing ammine groups, including also ammineite, joanneumite and shilovite. All the minerals are rare and were found in a single guano deposit in Chile, called Pabellón de Pica. A similar natural phase, formula NaCu2Cl3[N3C2H2]2[NH3]2•4H2O, likely a precursor of chanabayaite, is described by Zubkova et al. 2016.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Chanabayaite before comparing listings or appraisals.
Size & Weight
Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.
Rarity & Demand
Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.
Condition & Finish
Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.
Treatment & Provenance
Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.
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Key Characteristics
Formation of Chanabayaite
Three suggested processes account for the formation of chanabayaite: leaching of sodium from the precursor phase leaching of chlorine from the precursor phase partial dehydratation of the precursor phase
Composition of Chanabayaite
The main features of the crystal structure of chanabayaite are: copper forms octahedra, part of which share corners 1,2,4-triazolate anions link the octahedra
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Blue
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 2
- Density
- 1.464 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- CuCl(N3C2H2)(NH3)·0.25H2O Formula from type description: Cu2(N3C2H2)2Cl(NH3,Cl,H2О,□)4
- Elements
- C, Cl, Cu, H, N, O
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Chanabayaite FAQs
How do I identify Chanabayaite?
Chanabayaite can be identified by its hardness of 2 on the Mohs scale, Blue color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Chanabayaite?
Chanabayaite typically appears in Blue. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Chanabayaite?
Chanabayaite has a hardness of 2 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.
What is the formation of chanabayaite of Chanabayaite?
Three suggested processes account for the formation of chanabayaite: leaching of sodium from the precursor phase leaching of chlorine from the precursor phase partial dehydratation of the precursor phase
What is the composition of chanabayaite of Chanabayaite?
The main features of the crystal structure of chanabayaite are: copper forms octahedra, part of which share corners 1,2,4-triazolate anions link the octahedra
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