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Breithauptite
Breithauptite
Name
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NiSb
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Sulfides
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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5.5
Mohs hardness
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7.59–8.23
Specific gravity
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Reddish brown
Streak
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Metallic
Luster
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Cleavage
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P6_3mc
Space group
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Nickeline
Structural group
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Bhp · Grandfathered
IMA
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1845
Named in
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Pale copper-red, may be with violet tint
Typical colors
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Ni · Sb
Elements
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