VS
Name
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Fe₂O₃
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Oxides & Hydroxides
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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5–6
Mohs hardness
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5.26–5.3
Specific gravity
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Cherry-red or reddish brown
Streak
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Metallic or submetallic to dull
Luster
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Parting on {0001} and {1011} due to twinning
Cleavage
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R-3c
Space group
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Corundum
Structural group
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Hem · Approved
IMA
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0
Named in
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Red, Gray, Black, Brown
Typical colors
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Fe · O
Elements
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