Chen, Mi-Mi, Tian, Wei, Suzuki, Katsuhiko, Tejada, M.-L.-G., Liu, Feng-Lin, Senda, Ryoko, Wei, Chun-Jing, Chen, Bin, Chu, Zhu-Yin (2014) Peridotite and pyroxenite xenoliths from Tarim, NW China: Evidences for melt depletion and mantle refertilization in the mantle source region of the Tarim flood basalt. Lithos, 204. 97-111 doi:10.1016/j.lithos.2014.01.005

ⓘ 'Alkali amphibole'

Locality: Shaksgam valley, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Pognante, U. (1991). Shoshonitic and ultrapotassic post-collisional dykes from northern Karakorum (Sinkiang, China). Lithos, 26(3-4), 305-316.

ⓘ 'Alkali Feldspar'

Localities:

Kuzigan alkaline complex, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Shaksgam valley, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Allanite Group'

Formula: (A1²⁺REE³⁺)(M1³⁺M2³⁺M3²⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)

Locality: Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Bai, G. (1985). Carbonatites and related mineral resources. Bull. Inst. Miner. Deposits Chin. Acad. Geol. Sci., 13, 107-140.

Li, C. N., Lu, F. X., & Chen, M. H. (2001). Research on petrology of the Wajilitag complex body in north edge in the Tarim Basin. Xinjiang Geology, 19(1), 38-43.

Yang, Z., & Woolley, A. (2006). Carbonatites in China: a review. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 27(5), 559-575.

Cao, J., Wang, C. Y., Xing, C. M., & Xu, Y. G. (2014). Origin of the early Permian Wajilitag igneous complex and associated Fe–Ti oxide mineralization in the Tarim large igneous province, NW China. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 84, 51-68.

Cheng, Z., Zhang, Z., Hou, T., Santosh, M., Zhang, D., & Ke, S. (2015). Petrogenesis of nephelinites from the Tarim Large Igneous Province, NW China: Implications for mantle source characteristics and plume–lithosphere interaction. Lithos, 220, 164-178.

ⓘ 'Amphibole Supergroup'

Formula: AB₂C₅(T₈O₂₂)W₂

Localities: Reported from at least 8 localities in this region.

ⓘ 'Apatite'

Formula: Ca₅(PO₄)₃A

Localities: Reported from at least 9 localities in this region.

ⓘ Augite

Formula: (Ca_xMg_yFe_z)(Mg_y1Fe_z1)Si₂O₆

Localities:

Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Picrite outcrops, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kuzigan alkaline complex, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Tam West, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kudi ophiolite, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Azurite

Formula: Cu₃(CO₃)₂(OH)₂

Localities:

ⓘ Baddeleyite

Formula: ZrO₂

Locality: Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Bai, G. (1985). Carbonatites and related mineral resources. Bull. Inst. Miner. Deposits Chin. Acad. Geol. Sci., 13, 107-140.

Li, C. N., Lu, F. X., & Chen, M. H. (2001). Research on petrology of the Wajilitag complex body in north edge in the Tarim Basin. Xinjiang Geology, 19(1), 38-43.

Yang, Z., & Woolley, A. (2006). Carbonatites in China: a review. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 27(5), 559-575.

ⓘ Bartonite

Formula: K₆Fe₂₀S₂₆S

Locality: Xikeer basalt, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Baryte

Formula: BaSO₄

Localities:

ⓘ 'Bastnäsite'

Formula: (Ce/Nd/Y/REE)(CO₃)F

Localities:

Kuzigan alkaline complex, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Bastnäsite-(Ce)

Formula: Ce(CO₃)F

Locality: Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Dai, Yuhui; Cheng, Zhiguo; Feng, Xiaolu; Zhang, Zhaochong (2026) Geochemical Characteristics of Pyrite in Carbonatites and Its Implications for Rare Earth Mineralization of Bachu REE Deposit, Northwestern China. Minerals, 16 (9). doi:10.3390/min16090952

ⓘ Beryl

Formula: Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)

Locality: Daftar, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Blauwet, D., Quinn, E.P., and Muhlmeister, S. (2005): New emerald deposit in Xinjiang, China. Gems and Gemology 41, 56–57.

ⓘ Beryl var. Emerald

Formula: Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)

Locality: Daftar, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Blauwet, D., Quinn, E.P., and Muhlmeister, S. (2005): New emerald deposit in Xinjiang, China. Gems and Gemology 41, 56–57.

ⓘ 'Biotite'

Formula: K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂

Localities: Reported from at least 13 localities in this region.

ⓘ Bornite

Formula: Cu₅FeS₄

Localities:

Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Fe–Ti–V oxide deposit, Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Piqiang layered intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Burbankite

Formula: (Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅

Locality: Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Calcite

Formula: CaCO₃

Localities: Reported from at least 12 localities in this region.

ⓘ Calcite var. Cobalt-bearing Calcite

Formula: (Ca,Co)CO₃

Locality: Xikeer basalt, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ 'Calcium Amphibole Subgroup'

Formula: A_nCa₂(C²⁺_5-mC³⁺_m)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))W₂

Locality: Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Zeng, Renyu; Wang, Qingfei; Santosh, M.; Allen, Mark B.; Su, Hui; Ju, Peijiao; Yuan, Ziqi; Zhang, You; Zhang, Xiaoxuan; Liu, Guangxian (2025) Early Paleozoic Tethyan evolution and metallogeny in East Asia. Ore Geology Reviews, 186. 106890 doi:10.1016/j.oregeorev.2025.106890

ⓘ 'Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende'

Formula: A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ³⁺_m)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂

Locality: Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianwei Hu, Daoze Zhuang, and Wanzhi Yang (2010): Geological Bulletin of China 29(10), 1495-1503

Li, Z., Zhou, Y., Yu, P., Zhang, L., Wei, W., Li, Y., ... & Robbins, L. J. (2022). Geology and geochemistry of the high-grade Zankan magnetite ore, Western Kunlun Mountains, NW China. Ore Geology Reviews, 105129.

ⓘ Celestine

Formula: SrSO₄

Locality: Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Chalcocite

Formula: Cu₂S

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Sicheng Wang, Chunji Xue, and Zhidan Li (2011): Geoscience 25(2), 219-227

Gao, Rongzhen; Xue, Chunji; Dai, Junfeng; Man, Ronghao; Hou, Mingjia; Xiao, Yang (2025) Geological, geochemical and geochronological characteristics of the Jiashi sandstone-hosted Cu deposit in the Kalpin fold-thrust belt in front of South Tianshan Orogen and their implications. Ore Geology Reviews, 185. 106822 doi:10.1016/j.oregeorev.2025.106822

ⓘ Chalcopyrite

Formula: CuFeS₂

Localities: Reported from at least 10 localities in this region.

ⓘ 'Chlorite Group'

Localities:

Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kekedieba Ophiolitic Melange, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kudi ophiolite, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Yelike Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Chrome-Spinel (of Dana)'

Localities:

Picrite outcrops, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kudi ophiolite, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Chrysocolla

Formula: Cu_2-xAl_x(H_2-xSi₂O₅)(OH)₄ · nH₂O, x < 1

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Sicheng Wang, Chunji Xue, and Zhidan Li (2011): Geoscience 25(2), 219-227

ⓘ 'Clinopyroxene Subgroup'

Localities: Reported from at least 7 localities in this region.

ⓘ 'Columbite-(Fe)-Columbite-(Mn) Series'

Locality: Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Covellite

Formula: CuS

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Sicheng Wang, Chunji Xue, and Zhidan Li (2011): Geoscience 25(2), 219-227

ⓘ Cuprite

Formula: Cu₂O

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Sicheng Wang, Chunji Xue, and Zhidan Li (2011): Geoscience 25(2), 219-227

ⓘ Diopside

Formula: CaMgSi₂O₆

Localities: Reported from at least 7 localities in this region.

ⓘ Dolomite

Formula: CaMg(CO₃)₂

Localities:

ⓘ Enstatite

Formula: Mg₂Si₂O₆

Locality: Xikeer basalt, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Epidote

Formula: (CaCa)(AlAlFe³⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)

Localities: Reported from at least 6 localities in this region.

ⓘ 'Fayalite-Forsterite Series'

Localities:

Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kudi ophiolite, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Feldspar Group'

Localities: Reported from at least 6 localities in this region.

ⓘ 'Feldspar Group var. Perthite'

Locality: Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Tang, Yanling (2005) 中国新疆非金属矿床 [Non-metallic deposits of Xinjiang, China]. Geological Publishing House. 289pp.

ⓘ Fluorapatite

Formula: Ca₅(PO₄)₃F

Localities:

Kuzigan alkaline complex, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Fluorite

Formula: CaF₂

Localities:

Kuzigan alkaline complex, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Daftar, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Forsterite

Formula: Mg₂(SiO₄)

Localities:

Xikeer basalt, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Picrite outcrops, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Piqiang layered intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Galena

Formula: PbS

Locality: Kukexiluke Pb-Zn deposit, Kukexiluke, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianguo Huang, Chunlong Cui, Wenjie Li, and Yuyin Zhu (2009): Mineral Deposits 28(2), 218-223

ⓘ 'Garnet Group'

Formula: X₃Z₂(SiO₄)₃

Localities:

Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kukeate deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Glass'

Locality: Keliyang, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Lei, Z., Mingyue, H., Youzhi, L., & Jianzhe, L. (1998). Discovery of lamproite in south margin of Tarim platform, China. Geoscience, 12(4), 555-558.

Guo, K. Y., Zhang, C. L., Zhao, Y., Dong, Y., & Wang, A. (2003). 40Ar-^ 39Ar dating of lamproite along south margin of the Tarim platform and its geologic significance. Chinese Journal of Geology, 38(4), 532-534.

Chai, F., Zhang, Z., Mao, J., Parat, A., Wang, L., Dong, L., ... & Zheng, R. (2006). Lamprophyre or Lamproite Dyke in the SW Tarim block?—discussion on the petrogenesis of these rocks and their source region. Journal of China University of Geosciences, 17(1), 13-24.

ⓘ Goethite

Formula: Fe³⁺O(OH)

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Sicheng Wang, Chunji Xue, and Zhidan Li (2011): Geoscience 25(2), 219-227

ⓘ Gypsum

Formula: CaSO₄ · 2H₂O

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Wuqiang Nian, Weidong Luo, Yujun Shi, and Changrong Feng (2007): Gansu Geology 25(s1)

Sicheng Wang, Chunji Xue, and Zhidan Li (2011): Geoscience 25(2), 219-227

ⓘ Hematite

Formula: Fe₂O₃

Localities:

Kukeate deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajilitag complex, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Yelike Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Hercynite

Formula: Fe²⁺Al₂O₄

Locality: Piqiang layered intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Cao, Jun, Wang, Xuan, Tao, Jihua (2019) Petrogenesis of the Piqiang maﬁc-ultramaﬁc layered intrusion and associated Fe-Ti-V oxide deposit in Tarim Large Igneous Province, NW China. International Geology Review, 61 (18) 2249-2275 doi:10.1080/00206814.2019.1584867

ⓘ 'Hornblende Root Name Group'

Formula: ◻Ca₂(C²⁺₄C³⁺)(AlSi₇O₂₂)W₂

Localities:

ⓘ Ilmenite

Formula: Fe²⁺TiO₃

Localities:

Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Picrite outcrops, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajilitag complex, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Fe–Ti–V oxide deposit, Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Piqiang layered intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Ilmenite var. Ferrian Ilmenite

Formula: (Fe,Ti)₂O₃

Locality: Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Wei, Xun, Xu, Yi-Gang, Zhang, Chuan-Lin, Zhao, Jian-Xin, Feng, Yue-Xing (2014) Petrology and Sr–Nd Isotopic Disequilibrium of the Xiaohaizi Intrusion, NW China: Genesis of Layered Intrusions in the Tarim Large Igneous Province. Journal of Petrology, 55 (12) 2567-2598 doi:10.1093/petrology/egu067

ⓘ Jarosite

Formula: KFe³⁺₃(SO₄)₂(OH)₆

Locality: Zilirier Au occurrence, Kukexiluke, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianguo Huang, Chunlong Cui, Wenjie Li, and Yuyin Zhu (2009): Mineral Deposits 28(2), 218-223

ⓘ Kaersutite

Formula: NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂

Locality: Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Yu, Qinghui; Zhao, Yun; Wang, Rui; Xue, Chunji; Sun, Haiwei; Liu, Jian; Kang, Xunshan; Xi, Binbin; Li, Xuguang; Yan, Yu; et al. (2026) Magmatism and mineralization potential of the paertagexi copper deposit, Eastern Tianshan. Ore Geology Reviews, 188. 107000 doi:10.1016/j.oregeorev.2025.107000

ⓘ 'K Feldspar'

Localities:

North Kudi Granitoids, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kuzigan alkaline complex, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Limonite'

Localities: Reported from at least 8 localities in this region.

ⓘ Maghemite

Formula: (Fe³⁺_0.67◻_0.33)Fe³⁺₂O₄

Locality: Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianwei Hu, Daoze Zhuang, and Wanzhi Yang (2010): Geological Bulletin of China 29(10), 1495-1503

ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite

Formula: NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂

Locality: Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Magnetite

Formula: Fe²⁺Fe³⁺₂O₄

Localities: Reported from at least 15 localities in this region.

ⓘ Magnetite var. Titanium-bearing Magnetite

Formula: Fe²⁺(Fe³⁺,Ti)₂O₄

Localities:

Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Fe–Ti–V oxide deposit, Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Piqiang layered intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Malachite

Formula: Cu₂(CO₃)(OH)₂

Localities: Reported from at least 7 localities in this region.

ⓘ Molybdenite

Formula: MoS₂

Locality: Kukexiluke Mo deposit, Kukexiluke, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianguo Huang, Chunlong Cui, Wenjie Li, and Yuyin Zhu (2009): Mineral Deposits 28(2), 218-223

ⓘ Monazite-(Ce)

Formula: Ce(PO₄)

Locality: Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ 'Monazite Group'

Formula: REE(PO₄)

Localities:

North Kudi Granitoids, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Moonstone'

Locality: Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Tang, Yanling (2005) 中国新疆非金属矿床 [Non-metallic deposits of Xinjiang, China]. Geological Publishing House. 289pp.

ⓘ Muscovite

Formula: KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂

Localities: Reported from at least 7 localities in this region.

ⓘ Muscovite var. Sericite

Formula: KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂

Localities:

Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kukeate deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kekedieba Ophiolitic Melange, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajilitag complex, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Native Copper

Formula: Cu

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Nepheline

Formula: Na₃K(Al₄Si₄O₁₆)

Localities:

Xikeer basalt, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Olivine Group'

Formula: M₂SiO₄

Localities:

Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajilitag complex, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Fe–Ti–V oxide deposit, Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Piqiang layered intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Orthoclase

Formula: K(AlSi₃O₈)

Localities:

Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Orthopyroxene Subgroup'

Locality: Piqiang layered intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Pentlandite

Formula: (Ni_xFe_y)_Σ9S₈

Localities:

Xikeer basalt, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Fe–Ti–V oxide deposit, Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Petroleum'

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ 'Petroleum var. Bitumen'

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Phlogopite

Formula: KMg₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂

Localities:

Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kuzigan alkaline complex, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Shaksgam valley, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Keliyang, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Plagioclase'

Formula: (Na,Ca)[(Si,Al)AlSi₂]O₈

Localities: Reported from at least 13 localities in this region.

ⓘ Priderite

Formula: K(Ti⁴⁺₇Fe³⁺)O₁₆

Locality: Keliyang, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Lei, Z., Mingyue, H., Youzhi, L., & Jianzhe, L. (1998). Discovery of lamproite in south margin of Tarim platform, China. Geoscience, 12(4), 555-558.

ⓘ 'Pseudoleucite'

Locality: Keliyang, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Lei, Z., Mingyue, H., Youzhi, L., & Jianzhe, L. (1998). Discovery of lamproite in south margin of Tarim platform, China. Geoscience, 12(4), 555-558.

ⓘ Pyrite

Formula: FeS₂

Localities: Reported from at least 12 localities in this region.

ⓘ 'Pyrochlore Group'

Formula: A₂Nb₂(O,OH)₆Z

Localities:

ⓘ Pyrope

Formula: Mg₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃

Locality: Picrite outcrops, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

Colour: orange-red, orange

References:

Tang, Yanling (2005) 中国新疆非金属矿床 [Non-metallic deposits of Xinjiang, China]. Geological Publishing House. 289pp.

ⓘ Pyrope var. Chromium-bearing Pyrope

Formula: Mg₃(Al,Cr)₂(SiO₄)₃

Locality: Picrite outcrops, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

Colour: violet

References:

Tang, Yanling (2005) 中国新疆非金属矿床 [Non-metallic deposits of Xinjiang, China]. Geological Publishing House. 289pp.

ⓘ 'Pyroxene Group'

Formula: ADSi₂O₆

Localities:

Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kekedieba Ophiolitic Melange, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Suluke Quarry, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajilitag complex, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Pyrrhotite

Formula: Fe_1-xS

Localities:

Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajilitag complex, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xiaohaizi Fe–Ti–V oxide deposit, Xiaohaizi Ultramafic–Mafic Intrusion, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Yelike Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Quartz

Formula: SiO₂

Localities: Reported from at least 20 localities in this region.

ⓘ Quartz var. Milky Quartz

Formula: SiO₂

Locality: Keyingleke quartz occurrence (Keyingleike quartz occurrence), Kukexiluke, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianguo Huang, Chunlong Cui, Wenjie Li, and Yuyin Zhu (2009): Mineral Deposits 28(2), 218-223

ⓘ Rutile

Formula: TiO₂

Locality: Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Bai, G. (1985). Carbonatites and related mineral resources. Bull. Inst. Miner. Deposits Chin. Acad. Geol. Sci., 13, 107-140.

Li, C. N., Lu, F. X., & Chen, M. H. (2001). Research on petrology of the Wajilitag complex body in north edge in the Tarim Basin. Xinjiang Geology, 19(1), 38-43.

Yang, Z., & Woolley, A. (2006). Carbonatites in China: a review. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 27(5), 559-575.

ⓘ Sanidine

Formula: K(AlSi₃O₈)

Locality: Keliyang, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Lei, Z., Mingyue, H., Youzhi, L., & Jianzhe, L. (1998). Discovery of lamproite in south margin of Tarim platform, China. Geoscience, 12(4), 555-558.

ⓘ 'Saussurite'

Locality: Kekedieba Ophiolitic Melange, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Zhong, Junsheng; He, Chengguang; Hou, Dongzhuang; Zhang, Xinrui; Bai, Li (2026) Geological Significance of the Kekedieba Ophiolitic Melange in Taxkorgan, West Kunlun: Evidence from Trace Elements and Isotopes. Minerals, 16 (7). doi:10.3390/min16070677

ⓘ Scheelite

Formula: Ca(WO₄)

Locality: Daftar, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Michelou, Jean & Pardieu, Vincent. (2009). A Glimpse of the New Fine Emerald Deposit at Xinjiang's Davdar Mine. InColor Spring 2009 pp 26-31

ⓘ 'Serpentine Subgroup'

Formula: D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄

Localities:

Halasitan river, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajilitag complex, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade'

Formula: D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn

Locality: Halasitan river, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Tang, Yanling (2005) 中国新疆非金属矿床 [Non-metallic deposits of Xinjiang, China]. Geological Publishing House. 289pp.

ⓘ Siderite

Formula: FeCO₃

Locality: Kukeate deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Hu, J., Wang, M., Wang, H., Li, S., Santosh, M., Zhao, Y., ... & Ren, H. (2022). The source and depositional environment of early Silurian iron formation in NW China: Constraints from element and isotope (Fe, C, O) geochemistry. Ore Geology Reviews, 105165.

ⓘ Sodalite

Formula: Na₄(Si₃Al₃)O₁₂Cl

Localities:

Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Sphalerite

Formula: ZnS

Localities:

Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Ku'ergasi Au-Cu occurrence, Kukexiluke, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kukexiluke Pb-Zn deposit, Kukexiluke, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Spinel

Formula: MgAl₂O₄

Localities:

Picrite outcrops, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Xikeer basalt, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kudi ophiolite, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ Tenorite

Formula: CuO

Locality: Jiashi Cu deposit, Jiashi County (Peyziwat Co.; Payzawat Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

ⓘ Titanite

Formula: CaTiO(SiO₄)

Localities:

North Kudi Granitoids, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Wajiertage Mine, Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
Kuzigan alkaline complex, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

ⓘ 'Tourmaline'

Formula: AD₃G₆(T₆O₁₈)(BO₃)₃X₃Z

Localities:

ⓘ Tremolite

Formula: ◻Ca₂Mg₅(Si₈O₂₂)(OH)₂

Locality: Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianwei Hu, Daoze Zhuang, and Wanzhi Yang (2010): Geological Bulletin of China 29(10), 1495-1503

ⓘ Tungstenite

Formula: WS₂

Locality: Ku'ergasi Au-Cu occurrence, Kukexiluke, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianguo Huang, Chunlong Cui, Wenjie Li, and Yuyin Zhu (2009): Mineral Deposits 28(2), 218-223

ⓘ Vermiculite

Formula: Mg_0.7(Mg,Fe,Al)₆(Si,Al)₈O₂₀(OH)₄ · 8H₂O

Locality: Suluke Quarry, Kargilik Co. (Yecheng Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Tang, Yanling (2005) 中国新疆非金属矿床 [Non-metallic deposits of Xinjiang, China]. Geological Publishing House. 289pp.

ⓘ Vesuvianite

Formula: Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉

Locality: Zankan Fe deposit, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Jianwei Hu, Daoze Zhuang, and Wanzhi Yang (2010): Geological Bulletin of China 29(10), 1495-1503

ⓘ 'Xenotime'

Locality: Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

Bai, G. (1985). Carbonatites and related mineral resources. Bull. Inst. Miner. Deposits Chin. Acad. Geol. Sci., 13, 107-140.

Li, C. N., Lu, F. X., & Chen, M. H. (2001). Research on petrology of the Wajilitag complex body in north edge in the Tarim Basin. Xinjiang Geology, 19(1), 38-43.

Yang, Z., & Woolley, A. (2006). Carbonatites in China: a review. Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 27(5), 559-575.

ⓘ Zircon

Formula: Zr(SiO₄)

Localities: Reported from at least 8 localities in this region.

ⓘ Zoisite

Formula: (CaCa)(AlAlAl)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)

Locality: Kekedieba Ophiolitic Melange, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

References:

List of minerals arranged by Strunz 10th Edition classification

Group 1 - Elements
ⓘ	Native Copper	1.AA.05	Cu
Group 2 - Sulphides and Sulfosalts
ⓘ	Chalcocite	2.BA.05	Cu₂S
ⓘ	Bornite	2.BA.15	Cu₅FeS₄
ⓘ	Acanthite	2.BA.35	Ag₂S
ⓘ	Pentlandite	2.BB.15	(Ni_xFe_y)_Σ9S₈
ⓘ	Covellite	2.CA.05a	CuS
ⓘ	Sphalerite	2.CB.05a	ZnS
ⓘ	Chalcopyrite	2.CB.10a	CuFeS₂
ⓘ	Pyrrhotite	2.CC.10	Fe_1-xS
ⓘ	Galena	2.CD.10	PbS
ⓘ	Molybdenite	2.EA.30	MoS₂
ⓘ	Tungstenite	2.EA.30	WS₂
ⓘ	Pyrite	2.EB.05a	FeS₂
ⓘ	Bartonite	2.FC.10	K₆Fe₂₀S₂₆S
Group 3 - Halides
ⓘ	Fluorite	3.AB.25	CaF₂
Group 4 - Oxides and Hydroxides
ⓘ	'Pyrochlore Group'	4.00.	A₂Nb₂(O,OH)₆Z
ⓘ	Cuprite	4.AA.10	Cu₂O
ⓘ	Tenorite	4.AB.10	CuO
ⓘ	Hercynite	4.BB.05	Fe²⁺Al₂O₄
ⓘ	Magnetite	4.BB.05	Fe²⁺Fe³⁺₂O₄
ⓘ	Spinel	4.BB.05	MgAl₂O₄
ⓘ	Magnetite var. Titanium-bearing Magnetite	4.BB.05	Fe²⁺(Fe³⁺,Ti)₂O₄
ⓘ	Maghemite	4.BB.15	(Fe³⁺_0.67◻_0.33)Fe³⁺₂O₄
ⓘ	Hematite	4.CB.05	Fe₂O₃
ⓘ	Ilmenite	4.CB.05	Fe²⁺TiO₃
ⓘ	var. Ferrian Ilmenite	4.CB.05	(Fe,Ti)₂O₃
ⓘ	Quartz	4.DA.05	SiO₂
ⓘ	var. Milky Quartz	4.DA.05	SiO₂
ⓘ	Rutile	4.DB.05	TiO₂
ⓘ	Baddeleyite	4.DE.35	ZrO₂
ⓘ	Priderite	4.DK.05b	K(Ti⁴⁺₇Fe³⁺)O₁₆
ⓘ	Goethite	4.FD.10	Fe³⁺O(OH)
Group 5 - Nitrates and Carbonates
ⓘ	Calcite	5.AB.05	CaCO₃
ⓘ	var. Cobalt-bearing Calcite	5.AB.05	(Ca,Co)CO₃
ⓘ	Siderite	5.AB.05	FeCO₃
ⓘ	Dolomite	5.AB.10	CaMg(CO₃)₂
ⓘ	Burbankite	5.AC.30	(Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅
ⓘ	Azurite	5.BA.05	Cu₃(CO₃)₂(OH)₂
ⓘ	Malachite	5.BA.10	Cu₂(CO₃)(OH)₂
ⓘ	Bastnäsite-(Ce)	5.BD.20a	Ce(CO₃)F
Group 7 - Sulphates, Chromates, Molybdates and Tungstates
ⓘ	Baryte	7.AD.35	BaSO₄
ⓘ	Celestine	7.AD.35	SrSO₄
ⓘ	Jarosite	7.BC.10	KFe³⁺₃(SO₄)₂(OH)₆
ⓘ	Gypsum	7.CD.40	CaSO₄ · 2H₂O
ⓘ	Scheelite	7.GA.05	Ca(WO₄)
Group 8 - Phosphates, Arsenates and Vanadates
ⓘ	Monazite-(Ce)	8.AD.50	Ce(PO₄)
ⓘ	Fluorapatite	8.BN.05	Ca₅(PO₄)₃F
Group 9 - Silicates
ⓘ	Forsterite	9.AC.05	Mg₂(SiO₄)
ⓘ	Pyrope	9.AD.25	Mg₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃
ⓘ	var. Chromium-bearing Pyrope	9.AD.25	Mg₃(Al,Cr)₂(SiO₄)₃
ⓘ	Zircon	9.AD.30	Zr(SiO₄)
ⓘ	Titanite	9.AG.15	CaTiO(SiO₄)
ⓘ	Epidote	9.BG.05a	(CaCa)(AlAlFe³⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
ⓘ	Zoisite	9.BG.10	(CaCa)(AlAlAl)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
ⓘ	Vesuvianite	9.BG.35	Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉
ⓘ	Beryl	9.CJ.05	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
ⓘ	var. Emerald	9.CJ.05	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
ⓘ	Enstatite	9.DA.05	Mg₂Si₂O₆
ⓘ	Augite	9.DA.15	(Ca_xMg_yFe_z)(Mg_y1Fe_z1)Si₂O₆
ⓘ	Diopside	9.DA.15	CaMgSi₂O₆
ⓘ	Aegirine-augite	9.DA.20	(Na_aCa_bFe²⁺_cMg_d)(Fe³⁺_eAl_fFe²⁺_gMg_h)Si₂O₆
ⓘ	Aegirine	9.DA.25	NaFe³⁺Si₂O₆
ⓘ	Actinolite	9.DE.10	◻Ca₂(Mg_4.5-2.5Fe_0.5-2.5)Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂
ⓘ	Tremolite	9.DE.10	◻Ca₂Mg₅(Si₈O₂₂)(OH)₂
ⓘ	Kaersutite	9.DE.15	NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂
ⓘ	Magnesio-hastingsite	9.DE.15	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
ⓘ	Muscovite	9.EC.15	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
ⓘ	var. Sericite	9.EC.15	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
ⓘ	Phlogopite	9.EC.20	KMg₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
ⓘ	Vermiculite	9.EC.50	Mg_0.7(Mg,Fe,Al)₆(Si,Al)₈O₂₀(OH)₄ · 8H₂O
ⓘ	Chrysocolla	9.ED.20	Cu_2-xAl_x(H_2-xSi₂O₅)(OH)₄ · nH₂O, x < 1
ⓘ	Nepheline	9.FA.05	Na₃K(Al₄Si₄O₁₆)
ⓘ	Orthoclase	9.FA.30	K(AlSi₃O₈)
ⓘ	Sanidine	9.FA.30	K(AlSi₃O₈)
ⓘ	Albite	9.FA.35	Na(AlSi₃O₈)
ⓘ	var. Anorthoclase	9.FA.35	(Na,K)AlSi₃O₈
ⓘ	Sodalite	9.FB.10	Na₄(Si₃Al₃)O₁₂Cl
Unclassified
ⓘ	'Alkali Feldspar'	-
ⓘ	'Amphibole Supergroup'	-	AB₂C₅(T₈O₂₂)W₂
ⓘ	'Bastnäsite'	-	(Ce/Nd/Y/REE)(CO₃)F
ⓘ	'Biotite'	-	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
ⓘ	'Chlorite Group'	-
ⓘ	'Feldspar Group'	-
ⓘ	'Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende'	-	A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ³⁺_m)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂
ⓘ	'Limonite'	-
ⓘ	'Monazite Group'	-	REE(PO₄)
ⓘ	'Moonstone'	-
ⓘ	'Tourmaline'	-	AD₃G₆(T₆O₁₈)(BO₃)₃X₃Z
ⓘ	'Xenotime'	-
ⓘ	'Feldspar Group var. Perthite'	-
ⓘ	'Clinopyroxene Subgroup'	-
ⓘ	'Fayalite-Forsterite Series'	-
ⓘ	'Columbite-(Fe)-Columbite-(Mn) Series'	-
ⓘ	'Hornblende Root Name Group'	-	◻Ca₂(C²⁺₄C³⁺)(AlSi₇O₂₂)W₂
ⓘ	'Plagioclase'	-	(Na,Ca)[(Si,Al)AlSi₂]O₈
ⓘ	'Petroleum var. Bitumen'	-
ⓘ	''	-
ⓘ	'K Feldspar'	-
ⓘ	'Pyroxene Group'	-	ADSi₂O₆
ⓘ	'Chrome-Spinel (of Dana)'	-
ⓘ	'Garnet Group'	-	X₃Z₂(SiO₄)₃
ⓘ	'Orthopyroxene Subgroup'	-
ⓘ	'Serpentine Subgroup'	-	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄
ⓘ	'Glass'	-
ⓘ	'Saussurite'	-
ⓘ	'Apatite'	-	Ca₅(PO₄)₃A
ⓘ	'Olivine Group'	-	M₂SiO₄
ⓘ	'Calcium Amphibole Subgroup'	-	A_nCa₂(C²⁺_5-mC³⁺_m)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))W₂
ⓘ	'Pseudoleucite'	-
ⓘ	'Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade'	-	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
ⓘ	'Allanite Group'	-	(A1²⁺REE³⁺)(M1³⁺M2³⁺M3²⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
ⓘ	'Alkali amphibole'	-

List of minerals for each chemical element

H	Hydrogen
H	ⓘ Actinolite	◻Ca₂(Mg_4.5-2.5Fe_0.5-2.5)Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂
H	ⓘ Azurite	Cu₃(CO₃)₂(OH)₂
H	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
H	ⓘ Chrysocolla	Cu_2-xAl_x(H_2-xSi₂O₅)(OH)₄ · nH₂O, x < 1
H	ⓘ Epidote	(CaCa)(AlAlFe³⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
H	ⓘ Goethite	Fe³⁺O(OH)
H	ⓘ Gypsum	CaSO₄ · 2H₂O
H	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende	A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂
H	ⓘ Jarosite	KFe₃³⁺(SO₄)₂(OH)₆
H	ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
H	ⓘ Malachite	Cu₂(CO₃)(OH)₂
H	ⓘ Muscovite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
H	ⓘ Phlogopite	KMg₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
H	ⓘ Pyrochlore Group	A₂Nb₂(O,OH)₆Z
H	ⓘ Tremolite	◻Ca₂Mg₅(Si₈O₂₂)(OH)₂
H	ⓘ Vermiculite	Mg_0.7(Mg,Fe,Al)₆(Si,Al)₈O₂₀(OH)₄ · 8H₂O
H	ⓘ Vesuvianite	Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉
H	ⓘ Zoisite	(CaCa)(AlAlAl)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
H	ⓘ Muscovite var. Sericite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
H	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄
H	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
H	ⓘ Allanite Group	(A1²⁺REE³⁺)(M1³⁺M2³⁺M3²⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
Be	Beryllium
Be	ⓘ Beryl	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
Be	ⓘ Beryl var. Emerald	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
B	Boron
B	ⓘ Tourmaline	AD₃G₆(T₆O₁₈)(BO₃)₃X₃Z
C	Carbon
C	ⓘ Azurite	Cu₃(CO₃)₂(OH)₂
C	ⓘ Bastnäsite-(Ce)	Ce(CO₃)F
C	ⓘ Bastnäsite	(Ce/Nd/Y/REE)(CO₃)F
C	ⓘ Burbankite	(Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅
C	ⓘ Calcite	CaCO₃
C	ⓘ Calcite var. Cobalt-bearing Calcite	(Ca,Co)CO₃
C	ⓘ Dolomite	CaMg(CO₃)₂
C	ⓘ Malachite	Cu₂(CO₃)(OH)₂
C	ⓘ Siderite	FeCO₃
O	Oxygen
O	ⓘ Actinolite	◻Ca₂(Mg_4.5-2.5Fe_0.5-2.5)Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂
O	ⓘ Aegirine	NaFe³⁺Si₂O₆
O	ⓘ Aegirine-augite	(Na_aCa_bFe_c²⁺Mg_d)(Fe_e³⁺Al_fFe_g²⁺Mg_h)Si₂O₆
O	ⓘ Albite	Na(AlSi₃O₈)
O	ⓘ Amphibole Supergroup	AB₂C₅(T₈O₂₂)W₂
O	ⓘ Albite var. Anorthoclase	(Na,K)AlSi₃O₈
O	ⓘ Augite	(Ca_xMg_yFe_z)(Mg_y1Fe_z1)Si₂O₆
O	ⓘ Azurite	Cu₃(CO₃)₂(OH)₂
O	ⓘ Baddeleyite	ZrO₂
O	ⓘ Baryte	BaSO₄
O	ⓘ Bastnäsite-(Ce)	Ce(CO₃)F
O	ⓘ Bastnäsite	(Ce/Nd/Y/REE)(CO₃)F
O	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
O	ⓘ Burbankite	(Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅
O	ⓘ Beryl	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
O	ⓘ Calcite	CaCO₃
O	ⓘ Celestine	SrSO₄
O	ⓘ Chrysocolla	Cu_2-xAl_x(H_2-xSi₂O₅)(OH)₄ · nH₂O, x < 1
O	ⓘ Calcite var. Cobalt-bearing Calcite	(Ca,Co)CO₃
O	ⓘ Cuprite	Cu₂O
O	ⓘ Diopside	CaMgSi₂O₆
O	ⓘ Dolomite	CaMg(CO₃)₂
O	ⓘ Beryl var. Emerald	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
O	ⓘ Enstatite	Mg₂Si₂O₆
O	ⓘ Epidote	(CaCa)(AlAlFe³⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
O	ⓘ Fluorapatite	Ca₅(PO₄)₃F
O	ⓘ Forsterite	Mg₂(SiO₄)
O	ⓘ Goethite	Fe³⁺O(OH)
O	ⓘ Gypsum	CaSO₄ · 2H₂O
O	ⓘ Hematite	Fe₂O₃
O	ⓘ Hercynite	Fe²⁺Al₂O₄
O	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende	A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂
O	ⓘ Ilmenite	Fe²⁺TiO₃
O	ⓘ Jarosite	KFe₃³⁺(SO₄)₂(OH)₆
O	ⓘ Kaersutite	NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂
O	ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
O	ⓘ Maghemite	(Fe³⁺_0.67◻_0.33)Fe₂³⁺O₄
O	ⓘ Magnetite	Fe²⁺Fe₂³⁺O₄
O	ⓘ Malachite	Cu₂(CO₃)(OH)₂
O	ⓘ Monazite Group	REE(PO₄)
O	ⓘ Monazite-(Ce)	Ce(PO₄)
O	ⓘ Muscovite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
O	ⓘ Nepheline	Na₃K(Al₄Si₄O₁₆)
O	ⓘ Orthoclase	K(AlSi₃O₈)
O	ⓘ Phlogopite	KMg₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
O	ⓘ Priderite	K(Ti₇⁴⁺Fe³⁺)O₁₆
O	ⓘ Pyrochlore Group	A₂Nb₂(O,OH)₆Z
O	ⓘ Pyrope	Mg₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃
O	ⓘ Quartz	SiO₂
O	ⓘ Rutile	TiO₂
O	ⓘ Sanidine	K(AlSi₃O₈)
O	ⓘ Scheelite	Ca(WO₄)
O	ⓘ Siderite	FeCO₃
O	ⓘ Sodalite	Na₄(Si₃Al₃)O₁₂Cl
O	ⓘ Spinel	MgAl₂O₄
O	ⓘ Tenorite	CuO
O	ⓘ Titanite	CaTiO(SiO₄)
O	ⓘ Magnetite var. Titanium-bearing Magnetite	Fe²⁺(Fe³⁺,Ti)₂O₄
O	ⓘ Tourmaline	AD₃G₆(T₆O₁₈)(BO₃)₃X₃Z
O	ⓘ Tremolite	◻Ca₂Mg₅(Si₈O₂₂)(OH)₂
O	ⓘ Vermiculite	Mg_0.7(Mg,Fe,Al)₆(Si,Al)₈O₂₀(OH)₄ · 8H₂O
O	ⓘ Vesuvianite	Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉
O	ⓘ Zircon	Zr(SiO₄)
O	ⓘ Zoisite	(CaCa)(AlAlAl)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
O	ⓘ Quartz var. Milky Quartz	SiO₂
O	ⓘ Fayalite-Forsterite Series
O	ⓘ Columbite-(Fe)-Columbite-(Mn) Series
O	ⓘ Hornblende Root Name Group	◻Ca₂(C₄²⁺C³⁺)(AlSi₇O₂₂)W₂
O	ⓘ Muscovite var. Sericite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
O	ⓘ Plagioclase	(Na,Ca)[(Si,Al)AlSi₂]O₈
O	ⓘ Pyroxene Group	ADSi₂O₆
O	ⓘ Garnet Group	X₃Z₂(SiO₄)₃
O	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄
O	ⓘ Ilmenite var. Ferrian Ilmenite	(Fe,Ti)₂O₃
O	ⓘ Apatite	Ca₅(PO₄)₃A
O	ⓘ Olivine Group	M₂SiO₄
O	ⓘ Pyrope var. Chromium-bearing Pyrope	Mg₃(Al,Cr)₂(SiO₄)₃
O	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
O	ⓘ Allanite Group	(A1²⁺REE³⁺)(M1³⁺M2³⁺M3²⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
F	Fluorine
F	ⓘ Bastnäsite-(Ce)	Ce(CO₃)F
F	ⓘ Bastnäsite	(Ce/Nd/Y/REE)(CO₃)F
F	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
F	ⓘ Fluorapatite	Ca₅(PO₄)₃F
F	ⓘ Fluorite	CaF₂
F	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende	A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂
Na	Sodium
Na	ⓘ Aegirine	NaFe³⁺Si₂O₆
Na	ⓘ Aegirine-augite	(Na_aCa_bFe_c²⁺Mg_d)(Fe_e³⁺Al_fFe_g²⁺Mg_h)Si₂O₆
Na	ⓘ Albite	Na(AlSi₃O₈)
Na	ⓘ Albite var. Anorthoclase	(Na,K)AlSi₃O₈
Na	ⓘ Burbankite	(Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅
Na	ⓘ Kaersutite	NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂
Na	ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
Na	ⓘ Nepheline	Na₃K(Al₄Si₄O₁₆)
Na	ⓘ Sodalite	Na₄(Si₃Al₃)O₁₂Cl
Na	ⓘ Plagioclase	(Na,Ca)[(Si,Al)AlSi₂]O₈
Mg	Magnesium
Mg	ⓘ Actinolite	◻Ca₂(Mg_4.5-2.5Fe_0.5-2.5)Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂
Mg	ⓘ Aegirine-augite	(Na_aCa_bFe_c²⁺Mg_d)(Fe_e³⁺Al_fFe_g²⁺Mg_h)Si₂O₆
Mg	ⓘ Augite	(Ca_xMg_yFe_z)(Mg_y1Fe_z1)Si₂O₆
Mg	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
Mg	ⓘ Diopside	CaMgSi₂O₆
Mg	ⓘ Dolomite	CaMg(CO₃)₂
Mg	ⓘ Enstatite	Mg₂Si₂O₆
Mg	ⓘ Forsterite	Mg₂(SiO₄)
Mg	ⓘ Kaersutite	NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂
Mg	ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
Mg	ⓘ Phlogopite	KMg₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
Mg	ⓘ Pyrope	Mg₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃
Mg	ⓘ Spinel	MgAl₂O₄
Mg	ⓘ Tremolite	◻Ca₂Mg₅(Si₈O₂₂)(OH)₂
Mg	ⓘ Vermiculite	Mg_0.7(Mg,Fe,Al)₆(Si,Al)₈O₂₀(OH)₄ · 8H₂O
Mg	ⓘ Vesuvianite	Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉
Mg	ⓘ Fayalite-Forsterite Series
Mg	ⓘ Pyrope var. Chromium-bearing Pyrope	Mg₃(Al,Cr)₂(SiO₄)₃
Mg	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
Al	Aluminium
Al	ⓘ Aegirine-augite	(Na_aCa_bFe_c²⁺Mg_d)(Fe_e³⁺Al_fFe_g²⁺Mg_h)Si₂O₆
Al	ⓘ Albite	Na(AlSi₃O₈)
Al	ⓘ Albite var. Anorthoclase	(Na,K)AlSi₃O₈
Al	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
Al	ⓘ Beryl	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
Al	ⓘ Chrysocolla	Cu_2-xAl_x(H_2-xSi₂O₅)(OH)₄ · nH₂O, x < 1
Al	ⓘ Beryl var. Emerald	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
Al	ⓘ Epidote	(CaCa)(AlAlFe³⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
Al	ⓘ Hercynite	Fe²⁺Al₂O₄
Al	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende	A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂
Al	ⓘ Kaersutite	NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂
Al	ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
Al	ⓘ Muscovite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
Al	ⓘ Nepheline	Na₃K(Al₄Si₄O₁₆)
Al	ⓘ Orthoclase	K(AlSi₃O₈)
Al	ⓘ Phlogopite	KMg₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
Al	ⓘ Pyrope	Mg₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃
Al	ⓘ Sanidine	K(AlSi₃O₈)
Al	ⓘ Sodalite	Na₄(Si₃Al₃)O₁₂Cl
Al	ⓘ Spinel	MgAl₂O₄
Al	ⓘ Vermiculite	Mg_0.7(Mg,Fe,Al)₆(Si,Al)₈O₂₀(OH)₄ · 8H₂O
Al	ⓘ Vesuvianite	Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉
Al	ⓘ Zoisite	(CaCa)(AlAlAl)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
Al	ⓘ Hornblende Root Name Group	◻Ca₂(C₄²⁺C³⁺)(AlSi₇O₂₂)W₂
Al	ⓘ Muscovite var. Sericite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
Al	ⓘ Plagioclase	(Na,Ca)[(Si,Al)AlSi₂]O₈
Al	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup	A_nCa₂(C²⁺_5-mC_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))W₂
Al	ⓘ Pyrope var. Chromium-bearing Pyrope	Mg₃(Al,Cr)₂(SiO₄)₃
Al	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
Si	Silicon
Si	ⓘ Actinolite	◻Ca₂(Mg_4.5-2.5Fe_0.5-2.5)Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂
Si	ⓘ Aegirine	NaFe³⁺Si₂O₆
Si	ⓘ Aegirine-augite	(Na_aCa_bFe_c²⁺Mg_d)(Fe_e³⁺Al_fFe_g²⁺Mg_h)Si₂O₆
Si	ⓘ Albite	Na(AlSi₃O₈)
Si	ⓘ Albite var. Anorthoclase	(Na,K)AlSi₃O₈
Si	ⓘ Augite	(Ca_xMg_yFe_z)(Mg_y1Fe_z1)Si₂O₆
Si	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
Si	ⓘ Beryl	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
Si	ⓘ Chrysocolla	Cu_2-xAl_x(H_2-xSi₂O₅)(OH)₄ · nH₂O, x < 1
Si	ⓘ Diopside	CaMgSi₂O₆
Si	ⓘ Beryl var. Emerald	Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)
Si	ⓘ Enstatite	Mg₂Si₂O₆
Si	ⓘ Epidote	(CaCa)(AlAlFe³⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
Si	ⓘ Forsterite	Mg₂(SiO₄)
Si	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende	A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂
Si	ⓘ Kaersutite	NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂
Si	ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
Si	ⓘ Muscovite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
Si	ⓘ Nepheline	Na₃K(Al₄Si₄O₁₆)
Si	ⓘ Orthoclase	K(AlSi₃O₈)
Si	ⓘ Phlogopite	KMg₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
Si	ⓘ Pyrope	Mg₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃
Si	ⓘ Quartz	SiO₂
Si	ⓘ Sanidine	K(AlSi₃O₈)
Si	ⓘ Sodalite	Na₄(Si₃Al₃)O₁₂Cl
Si	ⓘ Titanite	CaTiO(SiO₄)
Si	ⓘ Tremolite	◻Ca₂Mg₅(Si₈O₂₂)(OH)₂
Si	ⓘ Vermiculite	Mg_0.7(Mg,Fe,Al)₆(Si,Al)₈O₂₀(OH)₄ · 8H₂O
Si	ⓘ Vesuvianite	Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉
Si	ⓘ Zircon	Zr(SiO₄)
Si	ⓘ Zoisite	(CaCa)(AlAlAl)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
Si	ⓘ Quartz var. Milky Quartz	SiO₂
Si	ⓘ Fayalite-Forsterite Series
Si	ⓘ Hornblende Root Name Group	◻Ca₂(C₄²⁺C³⁺)(AlSi₇O₂₂)W₂
Si	ⓘ Muscovite var. Sericite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
Si	ⓘ Plagioclase	(Na,Ca)[(Si,Al)AlSi₂]O₈
Si	ⓘ Pyroxene Group	ADSi₂O₆
Si	ⓘ Garnet Group	X₃Z₂(SiO₄)₃
Si	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄
Si	ⓘ Olivine Group	M₂SiO₄
Si	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup	A_nCa₂(C²⁺_5-mC_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))W₂
Si	ⓘ Pyrope var. Chromium-bearing Pyrope	Mg₃(Al,Cr)₂(SiO₄)₃
Si	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
Si	ⓘ Allanite Group	(A1²⁺REE³⁺)(M1³⁺M2³⁺M3²⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
P	Phosphorus
P	ⓘ Fluorapatite	Ca₅(PO₄)₃F
P	ⓘ Monazite Group	REE(PO₄)
P	ⓘ Monazite-(Ce)	Ce(PO₄)
P	ⓘ Apatite	Ca₅(PO₄)₃A
S	Sulfur
S	ⓘ Acanthite	Ag₂S
S	ⓘ Bartonite	K₆Fe₂₀S₂₆S
S	ⓘ Baryte	BaSO₄
S	ⓘ Bornite	Cu₅FeS₄
S	ⓘ Celestine	SrSO₄
S	ⓘ Chalcopyrite	CuFeS₂
S	ⓘ Chalcocite	Cu₂S
S	ⓘ Covellite	CuS
S	ⓘ Galena	PbS
S	ⓘ Gypsum	CaSO₄ · 2H₂O
S	ⓘ Jarosite	KFe₃³⁺(SO₄)₂(OH)₆
S	ⓘ Molybdenite	MoS₂
S	ⓘ Pentlandite	(Ni_xFe_y)_Σ9S₈
S	ⓘ Pyrite	FeS₂
S	ⓘ Pyrrhotite	Fe_1-xS
S	ⓘ Sphalerite	ZnS
S	ⓘ Tungstenite	WS₂
Cl	Chlorine
Cl	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende	A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂
Cl	ⓘ Sodalite	Na₄(Si₃Al₃)O₁₂Cl
K	Potassium
K	ⓘ Albite var. Anorthoclase	(Na,K)AlSi₃O₈
K	ⓘ Bartonite	K₆Fe₂₀S₂₆S
K	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
K	ⓘ Jarosite	KFe₃³⁺(SO₄)₂(OH)₆
K	ⓘ Muscovite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
K	ⓘ Nepheline	Na₃K(Al₄Si₄O₁₆)
K	ⓘ Orthoclase	K(AlSi₃O₈)
K	ⓘ Phlogopite	KMg₃(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
K	ⓘ Priderite	K(Ti₇⁴⁺Fe³⁺)O₁₆
K	ⓘ Sanidine	K(AlSi₃O₈)
K	ⓘ Muscovite var. Sericite	KAl₂(AlSi₃O₁₀)(OH)₂
Ca	Calcium
Ca	ⓘ Actinolite	◻Ca₂(Mg_4.5-2.5Fe_0.5-2.5)Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂
Ca	ⓘ Aegirine-augite	(Na_aCa_bFe_c²⁺Mg_d)(Fe_e³⁺Al_fFe_g²⁺Mg_h)Si₂O₆
Ca	ⓘ Augite	(Ca_xMg_yFe_z)(Mg_y1Fe_z1)Si₂O₆
Ca	ⓘ Burbankite	(Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅
Ca	ⓘ Calcite	CaCO₃
Ca	ⓘ Calcite var. Cobalt-bearing Calcite	(Ca,Co)CO₃
Ca	ⓘ Diopside	CaMgSi₂O₆
Ca	ⓘ Dolomite	CaMg(CO₃)₂
Ca	ⓘ Epidote	(CaCa)(AlAlFe³⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
Ca	ⓘ Fluorapatite	Ca₅(PO₄)₃F
Ca	ⓘ Fluorite	CaF₂
Ca	ⓘ Gypsum	CaSO₄ · 2H₂O
Ca	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup var. Hornblende	A_nCa₂(Z²⁺_5-mZ_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))(OH,F,Cl)₂
Ca	ⓘ Kaersutite	NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂
Ca	ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
Ca	ⓘ Scheelite	Ca(WO₄)
Ca	ⓘ Titanite	CaTiO(SiO₄)
Ca	ⓘ Tremolite	◻Ca₂Mg₅(Si₈O₂₂)(OH)₂
Ca	ⓘ Vesuvianite	Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉
Ca	ⓘ Zoisite	(CaCa)(AlAlAl)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
Ca	ⓘ Hornblende Root Name Group	◻Ca₂(C₄²⁺C³⁺)(AlSi₇O₂₂)W₂
Ca	ⓘ Plagioclase	(Na,Ca)[(Si,Al)AlSi₂]O₈
Ca	ⓘ Apatite	Ca₅(PO₄)₃A
Ca	ⓘ Calcium Amphibole Subgroup	A_nCa₂(C²⁺_5-mC_m³⁺)(Si_8-(n+m)Al_(n+m))W₂
Ti	Titanium
Ti	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
Ti	ⓘ Ilmenite	Fe²⁺TiO₃
Ti	ⓘ Kaersutite	NaCa₂(Mg₃AlTi⁴⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂O₂
Ti	ⓘ Priderite	K(Ti₇⁴⁺Fe³⁺)O₁₆
Ti	ⓘ Rutile	TiO₂
Ti	ⓘ Titanite	CaTiO(SiO₄)
Ti	ⓘ Magnetite var. Titanium-bearing Magnetite	Fe²⁺(Fe³⁺,Ti)₂O₄
Ti	ⓘ Ilmenite var. Ferrian Ilmenite	(Fe,Ti)₂O₃
Cr	Chromium
Cr	ⓘ Pyrope var. Chromium-bearing Pyrope	Mg₃(Al,Cr)₂(SiO₄)₃
Mn	Manganese
Mn	ⓘ Columbite-(Fe)-Columbite-(Mn) Series
Mn	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
Fe	Iron
Fe	ⓘ Actinolite	◻Ca₂(Mg_4.5-2.5Fe_0.5-2.5)Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂
Fe	ⓘ Aegirine	NaFe³⁺Si₂O₆
Fe	ⓘ Aegirine-augite	(Na_aCa_bFe_c²⁺Mg_d)(Fe_e³⁺Al_fFe_g²⁺Mg_h)Si₂O₆
Fe	ⓘ Augite	(Ca_xMg_yFe_z)(Mg_y1Fe_z1)Si₂O₆
Fe	ⓘ Bartonite	K₆Fe₂₀S₂₆S
Fe	ⓘ Biotite	K(Fe²⁺/Mg)₂(Al/Fe³⁺/Mg/Ti)([Si/Al/Fe]₂Si₂O₁₀)(OH/F)₂
Fe	ⓘ Bornite	Cu₅FeS₄
Fe	ⓘ Chalcopyrite	CuFeS₂
Fe	ⓘ Epidote	(CaCa)(AlAlFe³⁺)O[Si₂O₇][SiO₄](OH)
Fe	ⓘ Goethite	Fe³⁺O(OH)
Fe	ⓘ Hematite	Fe₂O₃
Fe	ⓘ Hercynite	Fe²⁺Al₂O₄
Fe	ⓘ Ilmenite	Fe²⁺TiO₃
Fe	ⓘ Jarosite	KFe₃³⁺(SO₄)₂(OH)₆
Fe	ⓘ Magnesio-hastingsite	NaCa₂(Mg₄Fe³⁺)(Si₆Al₂)O₂₂(OH)₂
Fe	ⓘ Maghemite	(Fe³⁺_0.67◻_0.33)Fe₂³⁺O₄
Fe	ⓘ Magnetite	Fe²⁺Fe₂³⁺O₄
Fe	ⓘ Pentlandite	(Ni_xFe_y)_Σ9S₈
Fe	ⓘ Priderite	K(Ti₇⁴⁺Fe³⁺)O₁₆
Fe	ⓘ Pyrite	FeS₂
Fe	ⓘ Pyrrhotite	Fe_1-xS
Fe	ⓘ Siderite	FeCO₃
Fe	ⓘ Magnetite var. Titanium-bearing Magnetite	Fe²⁺(Fe³⁺,Ti)₂O₄
Fe	ⓘ Vermiculite	Mg_0.7(Mg,Fe,Al)₆(Si,Al)₈O₂₀(OH)₄ · 8H₂O
Fe	ⓘ Vesuvianite	Ca₁₉Fe³⁺Al₄(Al₆Mg₂)(◻₄)◻[Si₂O₇]₄[(SiO₄)₁₀]O(OH)₉
Fe	ⓘ Fayalite-Forsterite Series
Fe	ⓘ Columbite-(Fe)-Columbite-(Mn) Series
Fe	ⓘ Ilmenite var. Ferrian Ilmenite	(Fe,Ti)₂O₃
Fe	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
Co	Cobalt
Co	ⓘ Calcite var. Cobalt-bearing Calcite	(Ca,Co)CO₃
Ni	Nickel
Ni	ⓘ Pentlandite	(Ni_xFe_y)_Σ9S₈
Ni	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
Cu	Copper
Cu	ⓘ Azurite	Cu₃(CO₃)₂(OH)₂
Cu	ⓘ Bornite	Cu₅FeS₄
Cu	ⓘ Chalcopyrite	CuFeS₂
Cu	ⓘ Chalcocite	Cu₂S
Cu	ⓘ Chrysocolla	Cu_2-xAl_x(H_2-xSi₂O₅)(OH)₄ · nH₂O, x < 1
Cu	ⓘ Covellite	CuS
Cu	ⓘ Cuprite	Cu₂O
Cu	ⓘ Native Copper	Cu
Cu	ⓘ Malachite	Cu₂(CO₃)(OH)₂
Cu	ⓘ Tenorite	CuO
Zn	Zinc
Zn	ⓘ Sphalerite	ZnS
Zn	ⓘ Serpentine Subgroup var. Serpentine Jade	D₃[Si₂O₅](OH)₄ D= Mg, Fe, Ni, Mn, Al, Zn
Sr	Strontium
Sr	ⓘ Burbankite	(Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅
Sr	ⓘ Celestine	SrSO₄
Y	Yttrium
Y	ⓘ Bastnäsite	(Ce/Nd/Y/REE)(CO₃)F
Zr	Zirconium
Zr	ⓘ Baddeleyite	ZrO₂
Zr	ⓘ Zircon	Zr(SiO₄)
Nb	Niobium
Nb	ⓘ Pyrochlore Group	A₂Nb₂(O,OH)₆Z
Nb	ⓘ Columbite-(Fe)-Columbite-(Mn) Series
Mo	Molybdenum
Mo	ⓘ Molybdenite	MoS₂
Ag	Silver
Ag	ⓘ Acanthite	Ag₂S
Ba	Barium
Ba	ⓘ Baryte	BaSO₄
Ba	ⓘ Burbankite	(Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅
Ce	Cerium
Ce	ⓘ Bastnäsite-(Ce)	Ce(CO₃)F
Ce	ⓘ Bastnäsite	(Ce/Nd/Y/REE)(CO₃)F
Ce	ⓘ Burbankite	(Na,Ca)₃(Sr,Ba,Ce)₃(CO₃)₅
Ce	ⓘ Monazite-(Ce)	Ce(PO₄)
Nd	Neodymium
Nd	ⓘ Bastnäsite	(Ce/Nd/Y/REE)(CO₃)F
W	Tungsten
W	ⓘ Scheelite	Ca(WO₄)
W	ⓘ Tungstenite	WS₂
Pb	Lead
Pb	ⓘ Galena	PbS

Geochronology

Mineralization age: Phanerozoic : 357.9 Ma to 22 Ma

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Geologic Time

Rocks, Minerals and Events

22 Ma

Shaksgam valley, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

Mesozoic

Triassic

Late/Upper Triassic

ⓘ Phlogopite (youngest age)	217.2 ± 1.38 Ma	Keliyang, Tashiku'ergan Co. (Taxkorgan Co.; Tashqurqan Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
ⓘ Breccia	231.3 Ma	Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

Paleozoic

Permian

Lopingian

ⓘ Phlogopite (oldest age)

252.7 Ma

Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

Guadalupian

ⓘ Rutile

268 ± 30 Ma

Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

Cisuralian

ⓘ Zircon (youngest age)	273.7 ± 1.5 Ma	Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China
ⓘ Diorite	275.2 ± 1.2 Ma	Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

Carboniferous

Mississippian

ⓘ Zircon (oldest age)

357.9 Ma

Wajiertage, Bachu Co. (Maralbexi Co.; Maralbeshi Co.), Kashi Prefecture (Kashgar Prefecture; Qeshqer Prefecture), Xinjiang, China

Fossils

There are 782 fossil localities from the PaleoBioDB database within this region.

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Occurrences

782

Youngest Fossil Listed

33.9 Ma (Eocene)

Oldest Fossil Listed

478 Ma (Early/Lower Ordovician)

Stratigraphic Units

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Fossils from Region

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Accepted Name	Hierarchy	Age
Bradyina genus	Chromista : Foraminifera : Tubothalamea : Bradyinidae : *Bradyina*	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Dainella genus	Chromista : Foraminifera : Dainellidae : *Dainella*	358.9 - 330.9 Ma Paleozoic
Endothyra genus	Chromista : Foraminifera : Tubothalamea : Endothyridae : *Endothyra*	358.9 - 346.7 Ma Paleozoic
Fusulina genus	Chromista : Foraminifera : Tubothalamea : Fusulinidae : *Fusulina*	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Fusulinella genus	Chromista : Foraminifera : Fusulinellidae : *Fusulinella*	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Palaeospiroplectammina genus	Chromista : Foraminifera : Tubothalamea : Palaeospiroplectamminidae : *Palaeospiroplectammina*	358.9 - 330.9 Ma Paleozoic
Planoendothyra genus	Chromista : Foraminifera : Tubothalamea : Endothyridae : *Planoendothyra*	358.9 - 346.7 Ma Paleozoic
Archaeoscyphia genus	Animalia : Porifera : Anthaspidellidae : *Archaeoscyphia*	477.7 - 470 Ma Early/Lower Ordovician
Calycocoelia genus	Animalia : Porifera : Anthaspidellidae : *Calycocoelia*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Komia genus	Plantae : Rhodophyta : *Komia*	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Amandophyllum genus	Animalia : Cnidaria : Anthozoa : Durhaminidae : *Amandophyllum*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Amplexocarinia genus	Animalia : Cnidaria : Anthozoa : Laccophyllidae : *Amplexocarinia*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Euryphyllum genus	Animalia : Cnidaria : Anthozoa : Hapsiphyllidae : *Euryphyllum*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Tubiphytes genus	Nigriporellidae : *Tubiphytes*	315.2 - 290.1 Ma Paleozoic
Mollusca phylum	Animalia : Mollusca	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Lesueurilla genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Gastropoda : Lesueurillidae : *Lesueurilla*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Maclurites genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Gastropoda : Maclureadae : *Maclurites*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Cochlioceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : Baltoceratidae : *Cochlioceras*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Protocycloceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : Nautilida : Nautilidae : *Protocycloceras*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Michelinoceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : Orthoceratidae : *Michelinoceras*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Chisiloceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : *Chisiloceras*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Dideroceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : Endoceratidae : *Dideroceras*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Aphetoceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : Estonioceratidae : *Aphetoceras*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Clytoceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : Estonioceratidae : *Clytoceras*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Tragoceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : Estonioceratidae : *Tragoceras*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Gastrioceras genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Cephalopoda : Ammonoidea : Gastrioceratidae : *Gastrioceras*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Flemingostrea genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Bivalvia : Ostreida : Ostreidae : *Flemingostrea*	38 - 33.9 Ma Paleogene
Kokanostrea genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Bivalvia : *Kokanostrea*	38 - 33.9 Ma Paleogene
Sokolowia genus	Animalia : Mollusca : Bivalvia : *Sokolowia*	38 - 33.9 Ma Paleogene
Illaenus genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Illaenidae : *Illaenus*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Panderia genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Panderiidae : *Panderia*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Stenopareia genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Illaenidae : *Stenopareia*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Lyralichas genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Lichida : Lichidae : *Lyralichas*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Nileus genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Asaphida : Nileidae : *Nileus*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Remopleurides genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Asaphida : Remopleurididae : *Remopleurides*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Scotoharpes genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Harpetida : Harpetidae : *Scotoharpes*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Ischyrotoma genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Proetida : Dimeropygidae : *Ischyrotoma*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Paraphillipsinella genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Styginidae : *Paraphillipsinella*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Kawina genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Phacopida : Cheiruridae : *Kawina*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Sthenarocalymene genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Phacopida : Calymenidae : *Sthenarocalymene*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Xystocrania genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Phacopida : Cheiruridae : *Xystocrania*	466 - 460.9 Ma Middle Ordovician
Bryozoa phylum	Animalia : Bryozoa	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Sulcoretepora genus	Animalia : Bryozoa : Stenolaemata : Cystoporida : Cystodictyonidae : *Sulcoretepora*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Batostoma genus	Animalia : Bryozoa : Stenolaemata : Trepostomatida : Trematoporidae : *Batostoma*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Hallopora genus	Animalia : Bryozoa : Stenolaemata : Trepostomatida : Halloporidae : *Hallopora*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Rhombopora genus	Animalia : Bryozoa : Stenolaemata : Cryptostomida : Rhabdomesidae : *Rhombopora*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Allonema genus	Fungi : Ascomycota : *Allonema*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Brachiopoda phylum	Animalia : Brachiopoda	453 - 307 Ma Paleozoic
Enteletes genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Enteletidae : *Enteletes*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Rhipidomella genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Rhipidomellidae : *Rhipidomella*	345 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Schizophoria genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Schizophoriidae : *Schizophoria*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Triplesia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Triplesiidae : *Triplesia*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Acanthoplecta genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : *Acanthoplecta*	345.3 - 342.8 Ma Carboniferous
Anidanthus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : *Anidanthus*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Antiquatonia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Antiquatonia*	345.3 - 342.8 Ma Carboniferous
Avonia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : *Avonia*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Brochocarina genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Orthotetidae : *Brochocarina*	345.3 - 345 Ma Carboniferous
Buxtonia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Buxtonia*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Cancrinella genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : *Cancrinella*	336 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Chonetinella genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Rugosochonetidae : *Chonetinella*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Compressoproductus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : *Compressoproductus*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Datangia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Gigantoproductidae : *Datangia*	336 - 326.4 Ma Carboniferous
Derbyia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Derbyiidae : *Derbyia*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Echinoconchella genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : *Echinoconchella*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Eolyttonia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Lyttoniidae : *Eolyttonia*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Eomarginifera genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Eomarginifera*	345.3 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Gigantoproductus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : *Gigantoproductus*	330.9 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Globosoproductus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : *Globosoproductus*	345 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Horridonia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Horridonia*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Juresania genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : *Juresania*	290.1 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Kansuella genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : *Kansuella*	330.9 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Keokukia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Keokukia*	336 - 326.4 Ma Carboniferous
Kochiproductus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Kochiproductus*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Krotovia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : *Krotovia*	345.3 - 268.8 Ma Paleozoic
Latiproductus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : *Latiproductus*	330.9 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Linoproductus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : *Linoproductus*	345.3 - 268.8 Ma Paleozoic
Marginatia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Marginatia*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Neochonetes genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Rugosochonetidae : *Neochonetes*	315.2 - 265.1 Ma Paleozoic
Orthotetes genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Orthotetidae : *Orthotetes*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Overtonia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : *Overtonia*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Paramarginifera genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : *Paramarginifera*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Pugilis genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Pugilis*	345 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Reticulatia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Reticulatia*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Rugosochonetes genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Rugosochonetidae : *Rugosochonetes*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Schellwienella genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Pulsiidae : *Schellwienella*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Semiplanus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : *Semiplanus*	336 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Stegacanthia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Sentosiidae : *Stegacanthia*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Striatifera genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : *Striatifera*	330.9 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Tomiproductus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : *Tomiproductus*	345.3 - 342.8 Ma Carboniferous
Tornquistia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Anopliidae : *Tornquistia*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Vediproductus genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : *Vediproductus*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Liricamera genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Pentamerida : Camerellidae : *Liricamera*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Stenoscisma genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Stenoscismatidae : *Stenoscisma*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Astegosia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Elythidae : *Astegosia*	298.9 - 290.1 Ma Paleozoic
Brachythyris genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Brachythyrididae : *Brachythyris*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Choristites genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Choristitidae : *Choristites*	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Composita genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : *Composita*	345.3 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Cyrtospirifer genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Cyrtospiriferidae : *Cyrtospirifer*	372.2 - 358.9 Ma Late/Upper Devonian
Martinia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : *Martinia*	279.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Palaeochoristites genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Palaeochoristitidae : *Palaeochoristites*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Punctospirifer genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferinida : Punctospiriferidae : *Punctospirifer*	345.3 - 326.4 Ma Carboniferous
Spirifer genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferidae : *Spirifer*	330.9 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Tomiopsis genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Ingelarellidae : *Tomiopsis*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Unispirifer genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferidae : *Unispirifer*	345.3 - 326.4 Ma Carboniferous
Beecheria genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Beecheriidae : *Beecheria*	345.3 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Gefonia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Notothyrididae : *Gefonia*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Omolonia genus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Stringocephalidae : *Omolonia*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Echinodermata phylum	Animalia : Echinodermata	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Crinoidea class	Animalia : Echinodermata : Crinoidea	315.2 - 290.1 Ma Paleozoic
Scolopodus genus	Animalia : Chordata : Strachanognathidae : *Scolopodus*	477.7 - 470 Ma Early/Lower Ordovician
Tangshanodus genus	Animalia : Chordata : Conodonta : Conodontophorida : *Tangshanodus*	477.7 - 470 Ma Early/Lower Ordovician
Coniopteris genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Polypodiopsida : Cyatheales : Dicksoniaceae : *Coniopteris*	174.1 - 163.5 Ma Middle Jurassic
Cladophlebis genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Polypodiopsida : Osmundales : Osmundaceae : *Cladophlebis*	201.3 - 163.5 Ma Jurassic
Ptilophyllum genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Cycadopsida : Cycadales : *Ptilophyllum*	174.1 - 163.5 Ma Middle Jurassic
Calathium genus	Chlorophyta : Chlorophyceae : Receptaculitidae : *Calathium*	477.7 - 458.4 Ma Ordovician
Pelmatozoa subphylum	Animalia : Echinodermata : Pelmatozoa	477.7 - 458.4 Ma Ordovician
Shamovella genus	Animalia : Problematica : *Shamovella*	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Shamovella obscura species	Animalia : Problematica : Shamovella : *Shamovella obscura*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Girvanella genus	Bacteria : Cyanobacteria : Cyanophyceae : Porostromataceae : *Girvanella*	477.7 - 290.1 Ma Paleozoic
Asaphidae family	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Asaphida : Asaphidae	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Retariini tribe	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Retariini	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Archaeolithoporella genus	Plantae : Rhodophyta : *Archaeolithoporella*	315.2 - 290.1 Ma Paleozoic
Paracaninia genus	Animalia : Cnidaria : Anthozoa : Plerophyllidae : *Paracaninia*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Fusulinidae family	Chromista : Foraminifera : Tubothalamea : Fusulinidae	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Sphaerocodium genus	Bacteria : Cyanobacteria : Cyanophyceae : *Sphaerocodium*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Thartharella genus	Animalia : Annelida : *Thartharella*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Beresella genus	Plantae : Chlorophyta : Ulvophyceae : Dasycladales : Dasycladaceae : *Beresella*	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Pseudopalmatohindia genus	Animalia : Porifera : Anthaspidellidae : *Pseudopalmatohindia*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Lichidae family	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Lichida : Lichidae	458.4 - 445.2 Ma Ordovician
Transennatia gratiosa species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Transennatia : *Transennatia gratiosa*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Marginifera (Marginifera) typica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Marginifera : *Marginifera (Marginifera) typica*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Streptorhynchus khwaense species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Schuchertellidae : Streptorhynchus : *Streptorhynchus khwaense*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Streptorhynchus sulculatum species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Schuchertellidae : Streptorhynchus : *Streptorhynchus sulculatum*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Demonedys fastigiata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Anopliidae : Demonedys : *Demonedys fastigiata*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Stictozoster leptus species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Stictozoster : *Stictozoster leptus*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Marginifera (Arenaria) arenaria species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Marginifera : *Marginifera (Arenaria) arenaria*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Marginifera (Marginifera) drastica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Marginifera : *Marginifera (Marginifera) drastica*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Transennatia insculpta species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Transennatia : *Transennatia insculpta*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Pitakpaivania aprica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Pitakpaivania : *Pitakpaivania aprica*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Linoproductus kaseti species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Linoproductus : *Linoproductus kaseti*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Cleiothyridina tribulosa species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : Cleiothyridina : *Cleiothyridina tribulosa*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Notothyris triplax species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Notothyrididae : Notothyris : *Notothyris triplax*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Orbicoelia fraterculus species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Ambocoeliidae : Orbicoelia : *Orbicoelia fraterculus*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Dyschrestia takelamaganensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Dyschrestia : *Dyschrestia takelamaganensis*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Marginifera (Arenaria) yinjishaensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Marginifera : *Marginifera (Arenaria) yinjishaensis*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Chaoiella ustritskyi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Chaoiella : *Chaoiella ustritskyi*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Coolkilella pseudovilliersi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Coolkilella : *Coolkilella pseudovilliersi*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Cancrinella quadrata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Cancrinella : *Cancrinella quadrata*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Derbyia yeerqiangensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Derbyiidae : Derbyia : *Derbyia yeerqiangensis*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Acosarina grandis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Schizophoriidae : Acosarina : *Acosarina grandis*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Orbicoelia elongatiformis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Ambocoeliidae : Orbicoelia : *Orbicoelia elongatiformis*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Goleomixa bicostata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Psilocamaridae : Goleomixa : *Goleomixa bicostata*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Baliqliqia baliqliqensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : Baliqliqia : *Baliqliqia baliqliqensis*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Tarimathyris hotanensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : Tarimathyris : *Tarimathyris hotanensis*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Hunzina tenuisulcata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferellidae : Hunzina : *Hunzina tenuisulcata*	298.9 - 265.1 Ma Paleozoic
Martinia subtriquetra species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Martinia : *Martinia subtriquetra*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Tipispirifer psittacus species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferellidae : Tipispirifer : *Tipispirifer psittacus*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Costiferina spiralis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Costiferina : *Costiferina spiralis*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Hustedia grandicosta species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Neoretziidae : Hustedia : *Hustedia grandicosta*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Fredericksolasma sublaevis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Pseudodielasmatidae : Fredericksolasma : *Fredericksolasma sublaevis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Martinia glabra species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Martinia : *Martinia glabra*	345.3 - 268.8 Ma Paleozoic
Phricodothyris asiatica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Elythidae : Phricodothyris : *Phricodothyris asiatica*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Derbyia regularis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Derbyiidae : Derbyia : *Derbyia regularis*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Acosarina minuta species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Schizophoriidae : Acosarina : *Acosarina minuta*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Institella leonardensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Aulostegidae : Institella : *Institella leonardensis*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Elliottella multicostata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Elliottella : *Elliottella multicostata*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Elliottella transversalis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Elliottella : *Elliottella transversalis*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Fluctuaria undata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Fluctuaria : *Fluctuaria undata*	345.3 - 342.8 Ma Carboniferous
Uncinunellina timorensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Wellerellidae : Uncinunellina : *Uncinunellina timorensis*	298.9 - 268.8 Ma Paleozoic
Marginifera septentrionalis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Marginifera : *Marginifera septentrionalis*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Neoplicatifera elongata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Neoplicatifera : *Neoplicatifera elongata*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Haydenella kiangsiensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : Haydenella : *Haydenella kiangsiensis*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Waagenoconcha abichi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : Waagenoconcha : *Waagenoconcha abichi*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Coolkilella bella species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Coolkilella : *Coolkilella bella*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Martinia orbicularis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Martinia : *Martinia orbicularis*	290.1 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Lamnimargus himalayensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Lamnimargus : *Lamnimargus himalayensis*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Glossothyropsis sinuata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Notothyrididae : Glossothyropsis : *Glossothyropsis sinuata*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Neochonetes (Neochonetes) carboniferus species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Rugosochonetidae : Neochonetes : *Neochonetes (Neochonetes) carboniferus*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Comuquia mushirebuca species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Comuquia : *Comuquia mushirebuca*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Tuberculatella tuberculata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Tuberculatella : *Tuberculatella tuberculata*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Neoplicatifera huangi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Neoplicatifera : *Neoplicatifera huangi*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Hystriculina sinica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Hystriculina : *Hystriculina sinica*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Hexiproductus echidniformis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Hexiproductus : *Hexiproductus echidniformis*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Pseudoavonia kunlunensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Pseudoavonia : *Pseudoavonia kunlunensis*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Pseudoavonia cylindrica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Pseudoavonia : *Pseudoavonia cylindrica*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Horridonia horrida species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Horridonia : *Horridonia horrida*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Kutorginella tarimensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Kutorginella : *Kutorginella tarimensis*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Kutorginella magna species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Kutorginella : *Kutorginella magna*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Reticulatia moelleri species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Reticulatia : *Reticulatia moelleri*	290.1 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Bruntonella tenuireticulatus species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Bruntonella : *Bruntonella tenuireticulatus*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Liraplecta paojianggouensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Liraplecta : *Liraplecta paojianggouensis*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Kepingia tarimensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Kepingia : *Kepingia tarimensis*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Liraplecta aspera species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Liraplecta : *Liraplecta aspera*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Kepingia davangouensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Kepingia : *Kepingia davangouensis*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Juresania juresanensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : Juresania : *Juresania juresanensis*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Liaozhuotingia pseudotruncata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Monticuliferidae : Liaozhuotingia : *Liaozhuotingia pseudotruncata*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Protoanidanthus enaagardi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Protoanidanthus : *Protoanidanthus enaagardi*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Cancrinella cancriniformis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Cancrinella : *Cancrinella cancriniformis*	290.1 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Orthothetina curvata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Orthotetida : Meekellidae : Orthothetina : *Orthothetina curvata*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Orbicoelia magna species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Ambocoeliidae : Orbicoelia : *Orbicoelia magna*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Phricodothyris bachuensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Elythidae : Phricodothyris : *Phricodothyris bachuensis*	298.9 - 279.3 Ma Paleozoic
Cleiothyridina circularis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : Cleiothyridina : *Cleiothyridina circularis*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Tarimathyris minima species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : Tarimathyris : *Tarimathyris minima*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Tarimathyris postambigua species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : Tarimathyris : *Tarimathyris postambigua*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Ustritskia pseudotimanicum species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Dielasmatidae : Ustritskia : *Ustritskia pseudotimanicum*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Ustritskia minima species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Dielasmatidae : Ustritskia : *Ustritskia minima*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Pseudolowenstamia xizangensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Pseudodielasmatidae : Pseudolowenstamia : *Pseudolowenstamia xizangensis*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Vediproductus punctatiformis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : Vediproductus : *Vediproductus punctatiformis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Enteletes waageni species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Enteletidae : Enteletes : *Enteletes waageni*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Rostranteris exile species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Notothyrididae : Rostranteris : *Rostranteris exile*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Permophricodothyris indica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Elythidae : Permophricodothyris : *Permophricodothyris indica*	298.9 - 290.1 Ma Paleozoic
Orbicoelia tschernyschewi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Ambocoeliidae : Orbicoelia : *Orbicoelia tschernyschewi*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Spirigerella derbyi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : Spirigerella : *Spirigerella derbyi*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Purdonella nikitini species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferidae : Purdonella : *Purdonella nikitini*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Equisetites genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Polypodiopsida : Equisetales : Equisetaceae : *Equisetites*	174.1 - 163.5 Ma Middle Jurassic
Liraplecta richthofeni species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Liraplecta : *Liraplecta richthofeni*	290.1 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Tiramnia uralica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Tiramnia : *Tiramnia uralica*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Eliva panduriformis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferidae : Eliva : *Eliva panduriformis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Eliva lyra species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferidae : Eliva : *Eliva lyra*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Neospirifer fasciger species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Trigonotretidae : Neospirifer : *Neospirifer fasciger*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Terebratuloidea davidsoni species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Allorhynchidae : Terebratuloidea : *Terebratuloidea davidsoni*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Schizodus dubiiformis species	Animalia : Mollusca : Bivalvia : Trigoniida : Schizodidae : Schizodus : *Schizodus dubiiformis*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Martinia semiplana species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Martinia : *Martinia semiplana*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Enteletes tschernyscheffi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Enteletidae : Enteletes : *Enteletes tschernyscheffi*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Stenoscisma purdoni species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Stenoscismatidae : Stenoscisma : *Stenoscisma purdoni*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Whitspakia biplex species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Dielasmatidae : Whitspakia : *Whitspakia biplex*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Nuia genus	*Nuia*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Neuropteris genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Pachytestaceae : *Neuropteris*	295.5 - 259.9 Ma Permian
Neochonetes variolata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Rugosochonetidae : Neochonetes : *Neochonetes variolata*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Nilsonia genus	Plantae : Cycadophyta : Cycadopsida : Cycadales : *Nilsonia*	201.3 - 163.5 Ma Jurassic
Enteletes subaequivalvis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Enteletidae : Enteletes : *Enteletes subaequivalvis*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Alexenia gratiodentalis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Alexenia : *Alexenia gratiodentalis*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Cartorhium rhomboidalis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Trigonotretidae : Cartorhium : *Cartorhium rhomboidalis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Plicatifera aksuensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Plicatifera : *Plicatifera aksuensis*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Martinia pentagonalis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Martinia : *Martinia pentagonalis*	345.3 - 279.3 Ma Paleozoic
Martiniopsis cathaysiensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Ingelarellidae : Martiniopsis : *Martiniopsis cathaysiensis*	295.5 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Liaotarimella tarimensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Liaotarimella : *Liaotarimella tarimensis*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Horridonia kalpinensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Horridonia : *Horridonia kalpinensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Praehorridonia qitaiensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Praehorridonia : *Praehorridonia qitaiensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Stereochia ruani species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Stereochia : *Stereochia ruani*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Kochiproductus tianchiensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Kochiproductus : *Kochiproductus tianchiensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Cimmeriella decemplecta species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Cimmeriella : *Cimmeriella decemplecta*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Akatchania artuxensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Linoproductidae : Akatchania : *Akatchania artuxensis*	290.1 - 279.3 Ma Permian
Teguliferina irregularis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Cyclacanthariidae : Teguliferina : *Teguliferina irregularis*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Enteletes talimuheensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Enteletidae : Enteletes : *Enteletes talimuheensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Tangshanella uzunbulakensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Choristitidae : Tangshanella : *Tangshanella uzunbulakensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Neomunella liaoi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferidae : Neomunella : *Neomunella liaoi*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Eliva xinjiangensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferidae : Eliva : *Eliva xinjiangensis*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Neospirifer plana species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Trigonotretidae : Neospirifer : *Neospirifer plana*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Meristorygma tarimensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Brachythyrididae : Meristorygma : *Meristorygma tarimensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Jilinmartinia tienshanensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Jilinmartinia : *Jilinmartinia tienshanensis*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Jilinmartinia sokolovi species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Jilinmartinia : *Jilinmartinia sokolovi*	295.5 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Martinia triquetra species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Martinia : *Martinia triquetra*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Phricodothyris uzunbulakensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Elythidae : Phricodothyris : *Phricodothyris uzunbulakensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Phricodothyris bella species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Elythidae : Phricodothyris : *Phricodothyris bella*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Cyrtella rhombica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferinida : Syringothyrididae : Cyrtella : *Cyrtella rhombica*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Paraspiriferina transversa species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferinida : Paraspiriferinidae : Paraspiriferina : *Paraspiriferina transversa*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Rhynchopora zaljakensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Rhynchoporidae : Rhynchopora : *Rhynchopora zaljakensis*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Stenoscisma mutabilis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Stenoscismatidae : Stenoscisma : *Stenoscisma mutabilis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Stenoscisma grabaui species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Stenoscismatidae : Stenoscisma : *Stenoscisma grabaui*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Uncinunellina piqiangensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Wellerellidae : Uncinunellina : *Uncinunellina piqiangensis*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Dielasma giganteum species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Dielasmatidae : Dielasma : *Dielasma giganteum*	298.9 - 290.1 Ma Paleozoic
Pyandzhelasma juresanense species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Gillediidae : Pyandzhelasma : *Pyandzhelasma juresanense*	295.5 - 290.1 Ma Permian
Lowenstamia gegyaiensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Gillediidae : Lowenstamia : *Lowenstamia gegyaiensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Gefonia sinuata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Notothyrididae : Gefonia : *Gefonia sinuata*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Tschernyschewia pseudoirginae species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Tschernyschewiidae : Tschernyschewia : *Tschernyschewia pseudoirginae*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Verbeekiella australis species	Animalia : Cnidaria : Anthozoa : Stauriida : Verbeekiellidae : Verbeekiella : *Verbeekiella australis*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Allotropiochisma (Allotropiochisma) biseptata species	Animalia : Cnidaria : Anthozoa : Stauriida : Hapsiphyllidae : Allotropiochisma : *Allotropiochisma (Allotropiochisma) biseptata*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Lophophyllidium (Lophbillidium) martini species	Animalia : Cnidaria : Anthozoa : Stauriida : Lophophyllidiidae : Lophophyllidium : *Lophophyllidium (Lophbillidium) martini*	279.3 - 272.3 Ma Permian
Petraphyllum columnum species	Animalia : Cnidaria : Anthozoa : Petraphyllidae : Petraphyllum : *Petraphyllum columnum*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Karavankina fasciata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : Karavankina : *Karavankina fasciata*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Marginifera gobiensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Marginifera : *Marginifera gobiensis*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Enteletes meridionalis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Enteletidae : Enteletes : *Enteletes meridionalis*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Enteletes elegans species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Enteletidae : Enteletes : *Enteletes elegans*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Cathayspirina fenshuijiangensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Brachythyrididae : Cathayspirina : *Cathayspirina fenshuijiangensis*	298.9 - 295.5 Ma Paleozoic
Orthotichia morganiana species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Schizophoriidae : Orthotichia : *Orthotichia morganiana*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Stenoscisma biplicatum species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Stenoscismatidae : Stenoscisma : *Stenoscisma biplicatum*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Janeia biarmica species	Animalia : Mollusca : Bivalvia : Solemyida : Solemyidae : Janeia : *Janeia biarmica*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Chuiella aitegouensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Chuiella : *Chuiella aitegouensis*	358.9 - 346.7 Ma Paleozoic
Martiniella major species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Martiniella : *Martiniella major*	358.9 - 346.7 Ma Paleozoic
Vermiporella genus	Plantae : Chlorophyta : Ulvophyceae : Dasycladales : Dasycladaceae : *Vermiporella*	467.3 - 445.2 Ma Ordovician
Tschernyschewia typica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Scacchinellidae : Tschernyschewia : *Tschernyschewia typica*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Eomarginifera schartimiensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Eomarginifera : *Eomarginifera schartimiensis*	345.3 - 323.2 Ma Carboniferous
Archaeoscyphia minganensis species	Animalia : Porifera : Demospongea : Lithistida : Anthaspidellidae : Archaeoscyphia : *Archaeoscyphia minganensis*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Hudsonospongia cyclostoma species	Animalia : Porifera : Demospongea : Lithistida : Streptosolenidae : Hudsonospongia : *Hudsonospongia cyclostoma*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Straparollus (Euomphalus) parvus species	Animalia : Mollusca : Gastropoda : Euomphalina : Euomphalidae : Euomphalus : *Straparollus (Euomphalus) parvus*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Chaoiella gruenewaldti species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Chaoiella : *Chaoiella gruenewaldti*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Echinoconchus punctatus species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : Echinoconchus : *Echinoconchus punctatus*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Stenoscisma pinguis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Rhynchonellida : Stenoscismatidae : Stenoscisma : *Stenoscisma pinguis*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Paramesolobus latesinuata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Rugosochonetidae : Paramesolobus : *Paramesolobus latesinuata*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Enteletina acuteplicata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Enteletidae : Enteletina : *Enteletina acuteplicata*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Marginifera altimontana species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Marginifera : *Marginifera altimontana*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Marginifera rimuensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Marginifera : *Marginifera rimuensis*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Reticulatia transversalis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Reticulatia : *Reticulatia transversalis*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Purdonella merlai species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Spiriferidae : Purdonella : *Purdonella merlai*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Euomphalus oldhami species	Animalia : Mollusca : Gastropoda : Euomphalina : Euomphalidae : Euomphalus : *Euomphalus oldhami*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Hemiptychina carniolica species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Terebratulida : Gillediidae : Hemiptychina : *Hemiptychina carniolica*	272.3 - 265.1 Ma Permian
Choristites mosquensis species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Choristitidae : Choristites : *Choristites mosquensis*	315.2 - 307 Ma Carboniferous
Halysis genus	Plantae : Rhodophyta : Florideophyceae : Corallinales : *Halysis*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Subtifloria genus	Cyanobacteria : *Subtifloria*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Productus spinulosus species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productidae : Productus : *Productus spinulosus*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Waagenoconcha humboldti species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Echinoconchidae : Waagenoconcha : *Waagenoconcha humboldti*	272.3 - 268.8 Ma Permian
Martinia contracta species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Spiriferida : Martiniidae : Martinia : *Martinia contracta*	336 - 326.4 Ma Carboniferous
Phoenicopsis genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Pinopsida : Czekanowskiaceae : *Phoenicopsis*	201.3 - 174.1 Ma Jurassic
Schizophoria (Schizophoria) subgenus	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Orthida : Schizophoriidae : Schizophoria : *Schizophoria (Schizophoria)*	345.3 - 326.4 Ma Carboniferous
Podozamites genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Pinopsida : Pinales : Podocarpaceae : *Podozamites*	174.1 - 163.5 Ma Middle Jurassic
Ginkgoites genus	Plantae : Ginkgophyta : Ginkgoopsida : Ginkgoales : *Ginkgoites*	201.3 - 174.1 Ma Jurassic
Pityophyllum genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Ginkgoopsida : Ginkgoales : Ginkgoaceae : *Pityophyllum*	201.3 - 163.5 Ma Jurassic
Todites genus	Plantae : Tracheophyta : Polypodiopsida : Osmundales : Osmundaceae : *Todites*	174.1 - 163.5 Ma Middle Jurassic
Ovalocephalus kelleri species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Phacopida : Pliomeridae : Ovalocephalus : *Ovalocephalus kelleri*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Calcisphaera genus	*Calcisphaera*	358.9 - 346.7 Ma Paleozoic
Hanyangaspis guodingshanensis species	Animalia : Chordata : Galeaspida : Hanyangaspidae : Hanyangaspis : *Hanyangaspis guodingshanensis*	438.5 - 433.4 Ma Silurian
Pseudoduyunaspis bachuensis species	Animalia : Chordata : Galeaspida : Pseudoduyunaspis : *Pseudoduyunaspis bachuensis*	438.5 - 433.4 Ma Silurian
Hemisphaerocoryphe elliptica species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Phacopida : Cheiruridae : Hemisphaerocoryphe : *Hemisphaerocoryphe elliptica*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Trinodus cylindricus species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Agnostida : Metagnostidae : Trinodus : *Trinodus cylindricus*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Eoharpes yijianfangensis species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Harpetida : Harpetidae : Eoharpes : *Eoharpes yijianfangensis*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Illaenus cekovioides species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Illaenidae : Illaenus : *Illaenus cekovioides*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Illaenus tianrongi species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Illaenidae : Illaenus : *Illaenus tianrongi*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Illaenus usitatus species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Illaenidae : Illaenus : *Illaenus usitatus*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Parillaenus vetus species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Illaenidae : Parillaenus : *Parillaenus vetus*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Parillaenus exiguus species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Illaenidae : Parillaenus : *Parillaenus exiguus*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Nanillaenus crassus species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Illaenidae : Nanillaenus : *Nanillaenus crassus*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Dulanaspis asper species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Styginidae : Dulanaspis : *Dulanaspis asper*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Panderia dayongensis species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Panderiidae : Panderia : *Panderia dayongensis*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Promago genus	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Styginidae : *Promago*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Eokosovopeltis expansus species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Corynexochida : Styginidae : Eokosovopeltis : *Eokosovopeltis expansus*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Nileus petilus species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Asaphida : Nileidae : Nileus : *Nileus petilus*	458.4 - 453 Ma Ordovician
Kanlingia kalpinensis species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Asaphida : Raphiophoridae : Kanlingia : *Kanlingia kalpinensis*	458.4 - 453 Ma Ordovician
Ovalocephalus kanlingensis species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Phacopida : Pliomeridae : Ovalocephalus : *Ovalocephalus kanlingensis*	466 - 445.2 Ma Ordovician
Kawina sinica species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Phacopida : Cheiruridae : Kawina : *Kawina sinica*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Skelipyx lata species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Phacopida : Cheiruridae : Pseudosphaerexochus : *Skelipyx lata*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Lyralichas qiaoi species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Lichida : Lichidae : Lyralichas : *Lyralichas qiaoi*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Tairongia bachuensis species	Animalia : Arthropoda : Trilobita : Lichida : Lichidae : Tairongia : *Tairongia bachuensis*	467.3 - 458.4 Ma Middle Ordovician
Calymenesun yinganensis species	Calymenesun : *Calymenesun yinganensis*	453 - 445.2 Ma Late/Upper Ordovician
Geniculifera brevicula species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Strophomenata : Productida : Productellidae : Geniculifera : *Geniculifera brevicula*	345.3 - 339.4 Ma Carboniferous
Cleiothyridina tenuilineata species	Animalia : Brachiopoda : Rhynchonellata : Athyridida : Athyrididae : Cleiothyridina : *Cleiothyridina tenuilineata*	345.3 - 342.8 Ma Carboniferous
Serratognathoides chuxianensis species	Animalia : Chordata : Conodonta : Serratognathidae : Serratognathoides : *Serratognathoides chuxianensis*	477.7 - 470 Ma Early/Lower Ordovician
Kulunostrea yengisarica species	Animalia : Mollusca : Bivalvia : Ostreida : Ostreidae : Kulunostrea : *Kulunostrea yengisarica*	48.6 - 33.9 Ma Paleogene

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List of minerals arranged by Strunz 10th Edition classification

List of minerals for each chemical element

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