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Delvauxite
Name
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CaFe³⁺₄(PO₄)₂(OH)₈·4-5H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Phosphates
Chemical class
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Amorphous
Crystal system
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3.5
Mohs hardness
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2.38–2.53
Specific gravity
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Pale brown
Streak
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Waxy to opaline
Luster
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Cleavage
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Space group
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Amorphous
Structural group
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Dvx · Questionable
IMA
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1838
Named in
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Yellowish brown, brownish black, dark to medium reddish brown, reddish
Typical colors
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Ca · Fe · P · O · H
Elements
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