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Bementite
Name
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Mn₇Si₆O₁₅(OH)₈
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Monoclinic
Crystal system
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4.5–6
Mohs hardness
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2.98–3.02
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Waxy, pearly on perfect cleavage
Luster
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Perfect on {100}, {010}, {001}
Cleavage
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P2_1/c
Space group
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Clay
Structural group
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Bem · Approved
IMA
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1888
Named in
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Pale yellow to yellowish brown
Typical colors
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Mn · Si · O · H
Elements
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