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C
Name
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Ca₂Mg[B(OH)₄]₂(CO₃)₂·4H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Carbonates
Chemical class
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Monoclinic
Crystal system
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2
Mohs hardness
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2.12
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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{101}, perfect; {110}, distinct; {001}, imperfect
Cleavage
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P2_1/n
Space group
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Structural group
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Cab · Approved
IMA
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1964
Named in
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Colorless
Typical colors
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Ca · Mg · B · O · H · C
Elements
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