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Elpasolite
Elpasolite
Name
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K₂NaAlF₆
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Halides
Chemical class
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Cubic
Crystal system
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2.5
Mohs hardness
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2.98
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Weakly vitreous to slightly greasy
Luster
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Cleavage
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Pa3
Space group
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Perovskite
Structural group
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Elp · Grandfathered
IMA
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1883
Named in
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Colorless
Typical colors
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K · Na · Al · F
Elements
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