Sphalerite: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system
The properties that identify Sphalerite: its Mohs hardness, luster, streak colour and crystal system.
| Mineral | Mohs hardness | Luster | Streak | Crystal system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sphalerite | 3.5–4 | Adamantine, resinous, greasy | brownish white, pale yellow | Cubic |
Common questions
- How hard is Sphalerite on the Mohs scale?
- 3.5–4.
- What luster does Sphalerite have?
- Adamantine, resinous, greasy.
- What colour is the streak of Sphalerite?
- brownish white, pale yellow.
- What crystal system does Sphalerite have?
- Cubic.