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Cappelenite-(Y)
Name
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BaY₆B₆Si₃O₂₄F₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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6–6.5
Mohs hardness
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4.407
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous to greasy
Luster
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Cleavage
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P3
Space group
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Structural group
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Cpp-Y · Approved
IMA
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1884
Named in
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Greenish brown, pale yellowish
Typical colors
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Ba · Y · B · Si · O · F
Elements
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