Specimens from Mapimi, Durango, Mexico, University of Cincinnati Mineral Collection                                                       (Click images to enlarge)

Reflected light photomicrograph (Keyence VHX 600E)

Reflected light photomicrograph (Keyence VHX 600E)

Scanning Electron Microscope image (FEI XL 30 ESEM)

Crystal System

Specific
gravity

Hardness

Color

Tetragonal

9.06

5½

Black

Composition

Formula weight = 239.20 g/mole

Pb

86.62 %

PbO2

100.00 %

O

13.38

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  Plattnerite in water distribution systems

Lead service branch, utility 01. Chloramine disinfection, phosphate corrosion control.

Lead service branch, utility 02. Chlorine disinfection, phosphate corrosion control.

Scanning Electron Microscope image, utility 01  (FEI XL 30 ESEM)

Scanning Electron Microscope image, utility 06 (FEI XL 30 ESEM)