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Franzinite
Name
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(Na,K)₃₀Ca₁₀(Si₃₀Al₃₀)O₁₂₀(SO₄)₁₀·2H₂O
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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5
Mohs hardness
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2.46–2.52
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Pearly
Luster
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{0001}, distinct
Cleavage
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P321
Space group
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Cancrinite-sodalite
Structural group
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Frz · Approved
IMA
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1976
Named in
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White to colorless
Typical colors
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Na · K · Ca · Si · Al · O · S · H
Elements
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