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**Chemical composition:** Fe₂O₃
**Hardness:** 6.5
**Density:** 5.3 g/cm³
**Crystal system:** Trigonal
**Luster:** Metallic, Splendent
**Info:** The name hematite is derived from the Greek word for blood. It is an important ore of iron, when pure, it can include up to 70% of iron. The red color of hematite lends itself to use as a pigment.
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