The open encyclopedia of minerals

Glossary Cite the database

Mineralogist.org

Minerals A–Z Search Collections Browse by Property Identify a Specimen Compare Minerals Localities Map Glossary Contribute Search the Database →

Compare Minerals

Put any two minerals side by side — formula, structure, hardness, density and more. Type to search each slot.

Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

C

Name

—

ThₓBa₁₋₂ₓ(UO₂)₂Si₅O₁₃·3H₂O

Formula

—

Mineral Species

Entry type

—

Silicates

Chemical class

—

Orthorhombic

Crystal system

—

2

Mohs hardness

—

3.839

Specific gravity

—

Yellow

Streak

—

Waxy to silky

Luster

—

—

Cleavage

—

Cmmb

Space group

—

—

Structural group

—

Cti · Approved

IMA

—

2003

Named in

—

Yellow

Typical colors

—

Th · Ba · U · O · Si · H

Elements

—