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Birnessite
Name
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(Na,Ca,K)₀.₆(Mn⁴⁺,Mn³⁺)₂O₄·1.5H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Oxides & Hydroxides
Chemical class
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Triclinic
Crystal system
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1.5
Mohs hardness
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3
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Dull
Luster
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Cleavage
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C2/m
Space group
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Structural group
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Bir · Grandfathered
IMA
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1956
Named in
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Black; dark brown in transmitted light
Typical colors
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Na · Ca · K · Mn · O · H
Elements
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