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Carminite
Name
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PbFe³⁺₂(AsO₄)₂(OH)₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Arsenates
Chemical class
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Orthorhombic
Crystal system
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3.5
Mohs hardness
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5.03–5.18
Specific gravity
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Reddish yellow
Streak
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Vitreous, pearly on cleavages
Luster
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On {110}, distinct
Cleavage
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Cccm
Space group
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Carminite
Structural group
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Cmt · Grandfathered
IMA
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1850
Named in
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Red, Brown
Typical colors
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Pb · Fe · As · O · H
Elements
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