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Ferroindialite
Ferroindialite
Name
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(Fe²⁺,Mg)₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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7
Mohs hardness
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2.66
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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None
Cleavage
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P6/mcc
Space group
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Beryl
Structural group
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Find · Approved
IMA
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2013
Named in
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Brownish purple to gray with a violet-blue tint
Typical colors
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Fe · Mg · Al · Si · O
Elements
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