Majzlanite
Majzlanite is an IMA-recognized mineral species in the sulfate class, with the chemical formula K₂Na(ZnNa)Ca(SO₄)₄.
It crystallizes in the monoclinic crystal system (space group C2/c).
Key properties: Mohs hardness 2–3; specific gravity 2.961; White streak; Vitreous luster.
IMA symbol Mjz, IMA status: approved, named in 2018.
Forms as a sublimate at an active volcanic fumarole.
It is found associated with Langbeinite, K-bearing thenardite, euchlorine.
The mineral was named to honor Professor Dr. Juraj Majzlan (b. 1973), Institute of Geosciences, Friedrich-Schiller- University, Jena, Germany.
Index entry. This entry combines official IMA/RRUFF species data with published physical-property data — a full written entry hasn’t been published yet.
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