Hypersthene look-alikes

Magnesium iron silicate

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Several rocks and minerals can be confused with Hypersthene. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.

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Enstatite

Also known as: Magnesium Silicate

Ferrosilite

Also known as: Iron Silicate

Bronzite

Also known as: Magnesium Iron Silicate

Diopside

Also known as: Calcium Magnesium Silicate

Augite

Also known as: Calcium Magnesium Iron Aluminum Silicate

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