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Hongshiite
Name
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PtCu
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Native Elements
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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4
Mohs hardness
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15.71
Specific gravity
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Black
Streak
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Metallic. Anisotropism: Weak to moderate, dull gray to dull reddish brown; copery brown to bright blue
Luster
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On {1011}
Cleavage
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R-3m
Space group
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—
Structural group
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Hng · Approved
IMA
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1974
Named in
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Lead-gray, steel-gray, may be tarnished brown; in reflected light, bright white with a slight brownish tint
Typical colors
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Pt · Cu
Elements
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