How Do You Spell ITAMITE?
Pronunciation: [ˈɪtɐmˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Correct spelling for the English word "ITAMITE" is [ˈɪtɐmˌa͡ɪt], [ˈɪtɐmˌaɪt], [ˈɪ_t_ɐ_m_ˌaɪ_t] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Pronunciation: [ˈɪtɐmˌa͡ɪt] (IPA)
Correct spelling for the English word "ITAMITE" is [ˈɪtɐmˌa͡ɪt], [ˈɪtɐmˌaɪt], [ˈɪ_t_ɐ_m_ˌaɪ_t] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
ITAMITE is a mineral that belongs to the pyroxene group and is categorized as an inosilicate. It is primarily composed of sodium, calcium, aluminum, and silicon. The name "itamite" is derived from its locality, Itamoé-Salvador district, Minas Gerais, Brazil, where it was first discovered. Itamite has a distinctive prismatic crystal structure and can occur as transparent or translucent crystals that are typically green, yellow, or brown in color.
Itamite is considered a rare mineral and is usually found in crystalline or metamorphic rocks, often in association with other minerals like quartz and feldspar. Its distinctive crystal habit and unique chemical composition make it a sought-after specimen for collectors and researchers alike.
The crystal structure of itamite gives it certain physical properties, including a hardness of 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively hard. It also exhibits a perfect cleavage along the prismatic plane of its crystal structure. Additionally, itamite has a vitreous to pearly luster and a brittle tenacity.
Due to its rarity and limited occurrence, itamite does not have any significant industrial uses or applications. However, its striking crystal morphology and intriguing geological formation make it a prized mineral in the realm of mineralogy and earth sciences.
