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Esperite
Name
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PbCa₂(ZnSiO₄)₃
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Monoclinic
Crystal system
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4.5
Mohs hardness
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4.28–4.42
Specific gravity
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white
Streak
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Dull to slightly greasy
Luster
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Distinct on {010} and {100}; poor on {101}
Cleavage
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P2_1/n
Space group
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Beryllonite
Structural group
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Epr · Approved
IMA
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1964
Named in
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Yellow
Typical colors
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Pb · Ca · Zn · Si · O
Elements
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