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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

C

Name

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Na(UO₂)O(OH)·nH₂O

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Oxides & Hydroxides

Chemical class

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Hexagonal

Crystal system

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4–4.5

Mohs hardness

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6.29–6.39

Specific gravity

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Yellowish brown

Streak

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Slightly waxy

Luster

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Cleavage

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R-3m

Space group

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Structural group

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Cke · Grandfathered

IMA

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1931

Named in

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Dark brown, mahogany- brown, chocolate-brown, or reddish orange

Typical colors

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Na · U · O · H

Elements

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