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Cerussite from New South Wales
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cerussite

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Also known as: lead carbonate
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smithsoniteSmithsonite on cerussite from the Tsumeb Mine in Namibia.

cerussite, lead carbonate (PbCO3), an important ore and common secondary mineral of lead. It is formed by the chemical action of carbonated water on the mineral galena. Notable localities are Murcia, Spain; Tsumeb, Namib.; Broken Hill, N.S.W., Austl.; and Leadville, Colo., U.S. For detailed physical properties, see carbonate mineral (table).

This article was most recently revised and updated by Richard Pallardy.