👉 Elamite, also known as elatite, is a type of iron oxide mineral that forms on the surface of the Earth's crust. It is found in several geological formations, including metamorphic rocks and igneous bodies like granite. Elamite is typically green or brown in color and has a hardness ranging from 6 to 7 on the Mohs scale. The term "elamitic" comes from the Greek word "elamata," which means "green." It refers