Limonite
Limonite is a minor ore of iron. Limonite is a common secondary material{ a mineral formed later then the rock in closing it as a result of weathering and metamorphism.}

Limonite's hardness ranges form 2 to 7.
Limonite's luster is dull in appearance.
Limonite's streak is yellowish brown.
Limonite's color's are yellow and brown.
Limonite's optical properties is all different shapes.
Limonite has  magnetic properties containing iron oxides{magnetic elements}

Limonite can be found in Labrador City, Wabush , Bell island.
In other countries it is found in eastern France and Cuba.
The location's that limonite is found in bogs, lakes and earthy masses.

Limonite is used in a pigment for producting iron ore, Bog iron ore and Brown iron ore.

In general Limonite is not a rock. Through weathering ,heat, pressure and combing other Elements Limonite is formed.



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