VS
Name
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CaMg(CO₃)₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Carbonates
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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3.5–4
Mohs hardness
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2.86
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous to pearly
Luster
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On {1011}, perfect; on {0221}, a parting
Cleavage
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R-3
Space group
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Calcite-Dolomite
Structural group
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Dol · Grandfathered
IMA
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1792
Named in
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White, Gray, Pink, Brown, Colorless
Typical colors
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Ca · Mg · C · O
Elements
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