Spodumene is a non-toxic aluminosilicate with stable chemical composition, containing rare elements and rare earth elements mixed in. It belongs to monoclinic system. The crystal is usually columnar, granular or tabular, because its color can be gray green, purple, yellow, etc, which can be used as decorations, and it is loved by everyone.
Where are the reserves and distribution of spodumene? Where is the specific place of origin? The main spodumene producing areas are Australia, Canada, Finland, etc, among which the reserves of the Grenbush granite pegmatite deposit in the Persian region of the western part of the Australian limestones are the largest in the world. Lithium pyroxene group minerals are important gem minerals. Purple spodumene, because of its lavender like lilac, has become a favorite gem.
What is the use of spodumene? As the main source of lithium, spodumene is widely used in ceramics, metallurgy, enamel, special glass, chemical industry, etc. The addition of spodumene in the products can reduce the firing temperature and improve the mechanical strength. Adding spodumene powder into the refractory brick can improve the utilization rate.
Adding spodumene to the ceramic body can improve the strength and density of ceramic products. Adding spodumene to glass ingredients is conducive to product molding and increase output. Adding spodumene to refractories can reduce the sintering temperature of products. Adding spodumene to sagger materials can help melt. spodumene is used to make gems, and can be used as gems or bracelets, necklaces, clothing accessories, etc.
