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Adamsite-(Y)
Name
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NaY(CO₃)₂·6H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Carbonates
Chemical class
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Triclinic
Crystal system
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3
Mohs hardness
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2.27
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous to pearly
Luster
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Perfect on {001}; good on {100}, {010}
Cleavage
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P1
Space group
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Structural group
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Ads-Y · Approved
IMA
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1999
Named in
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Colorless, white, may be pale pink or pale purple
Typical colors
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Na · Y · C · O · H
Elements
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