Aiolosite
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| Aiolosite | |
|---|---|
 Aiolosite found at its type locality, the only known locality worldwide | |
| General | |
| Category | Minerals |
| Formula | Na4Bi(SO4)3Cl |
| IMA symbol | Aio[1] |
| Identification | |
| Color | Colourless to white |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Streak | White |
| Diaphaneity | Translucent |
| Specific gravity | 3.589 |
Aiolosite is a rare sodium bismuth sulfate mineral with the chemical formula Na4Bi(SO4)3Cl. Its type locality is Vulcano, Sicily, Italy. Its name comes from the Greek name Aeolus.[2]
