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Gerstmannite
Name
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Mn²⁺MgZn(SiO₄)(OH)₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Orthorhombic
Crystal system
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4.5
Mohs hardness
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3.68
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous to subadamantine, silky when matted
Luster
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Good on {010}
Cleavage
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Bbcm
Space group
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Structural group
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Gmn · Approved
IMA
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1975
Named in
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White to very pale pink
Typical colors
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Mn · Mg · Zn · Si · O · H
Elements
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