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Citrine
Citrine
Name
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SiO₂
Formula
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Variety
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Trigonal
Crystal system
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7
Mohs hardness
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2.65–2.66
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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None
Cleavage
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P3₁21 / P3₂21
Space group
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Structural group
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IMA
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Named in
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Yellow, Orange
Typical colors
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Elements
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