Fe2O3Trigonal
Hematite
Fe2O3
OxidesChemical FormulaFe2O3
Crystal SystemTrigonal
Mohs Hardness6.5
Specific Gravity5.26
ColorSteel gray to reddish brown
LusterMetallic to dull
StreakRed to reddish brown
CleavageNone
FractureUneven
Occurrence
One of the most important iron ores. Gives reddish color to many rocks and soil.