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Borax, along with [[kernite]] and [[colemanite]], is a primary ore of [[boron]]. It is readily soluble in water. | Borax, along with [[kernite]] and [[colemanite]], is a primary ore of [[boron]]. It is readily soluble in water. It is found in small quantities globally, but in economically minable uantities in Turkey and California, USA | ||
Latest revision as of 22:34, 25 November 2024
| Frequency | uncommon |
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| Hardness | 2-2.5 |
| Density | 1.73 |
| Chemical Formula | Na2B4O7•10H2O |
| Core Elements | B, Na |
Borax, along with kernite and colemanite, is a primary ore of boron. It is readily soluble in water. It is found in small quantities globally, but in economically minable uantities in Turkey and California, USA