What is albet?

Albet, also known as albit, is a member of the plagioclase feldspar series of minerals. It's a tectosilicate mineral, meaning its structure is based on a framework of interconnected silica (SiO₄) tetrahedra. As the endmember of the plagioclase series, its chemical formula is NaAlSi₃O₈, meaning it is a sodium aluminosilicate.

Albet typically occurs in igneous and metamorphic rocks. In igneous rocks, it can be found in granites, syenites, and rhyolites. In metamorphic rocks, it's common in greenschists and blueschists. It can also form in hydrothermal veins.

The physical properties of albet include a hardness of 6-6.5 on the Mohs scale and a perfect cleavage in one direction. It usually appears white or colorless, but can also be gray, green, or blueish.

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