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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

F

Name

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Mn²⁺₆(V⁵⁺ )(SiO₄)₂O₃(OH)₃

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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4

Mohs hardness

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4.1

Specific gravity

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Brownish red

Streak

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Vitreous

Luster

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Cleavage

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P3

Space group

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Welinite

Structural group

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Fcc · Approved

IMA

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1985

Named in

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Cherry-red when fresh, darkening to brownish red with exposure

Typical colors

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Mn · V · Si · O · H

Elements

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