Antozonite, AKA Stinkspar, Stinkfluss, Stinkspat, Stinkstein
Common name: Antozonite
Weight: 1.81lb (820g)
Size: 143x 108x60mm
Locality: from Wolsendorf, Bavaria
Formula: CaF2
Antozonite is a variety of fluorite characterized by the presence of multiple inclusions containing elemental fluorine. When the crystals are crushed or broken, the elemental fluorine is released. It was hypothesized that beta radiation from uranium inclusions causes the continuous breakdown of calcium fluoride into calcium and fluorine atoms. The fluorine atoms combine to produce difluoride anions, and upon losing the extra electrons at a defect, fluorine gas is formed. Although antozonite can be radioactive, no activity was detected from this specimen,
This listing meets the requirements of NRC 10 CFR 40.22
It also meets U.S.P.S domestic shipping requirements for exempt limited quantities of class 7 materials according to –347.22 “are eligible under 49 CFR to be shipped as excepted packages for limited quantities” and –Exhibit 347.22 Activity Limits– and also –173.435– Table of A1 and A2 values
Geiger counter is not included
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