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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

Calkinsite-(Ce)

Calkinsite-(Ce)

Name

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Ce₂(CO₃)₃·4H₂O

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Carbonates

Chemical class

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Orthorhombic

Crystal system

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2.5

Mohs hardness

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3.28

Specific gravity

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Streak

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—

Luster

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{010}, perfect; {101}, distinct; {001}, a parting (?)

Cleavage

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P2_122_1

Space group

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—

Structural group

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Clk-Ce · Approved

IMA

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1953

Named in

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Pale yellow

Typical colors

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Ce · C · O · H

Elements

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