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Beusite
Name
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Mn²⁺Mn²⁺₂(PO₄)₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Phosphates
Chemical class
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Monoclinic
Crystal system
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5
Mohs hardness
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3.6–3.7
Specific gravity
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Pale pink or brown
Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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Good on {010}; fair on {100}
Cleavage
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P2_1/c
Space group
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Graftonite
Structural group
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Beu · Approved
IMA
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1968
Named in
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Pale reddish brown
Typical colors
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Mn · P · O
Elements
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