VS
Name
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LiBaMg₂Al₃(Si₂O₆)₂(OH)₈
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Orthorhombic
Crystal system
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Mohs hardness
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3.32–3.35
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Silky
Luster
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Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100} and {110}
Cleavage
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Ccca
Space group
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Carpholite
Structural group
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Blp · Approved
IMA
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1975
Named in
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Pale yellowish white; in thin section, colorless
Typical colors
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Li · Ba · Mg · Al · Si · O · H
Elements
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