The open encyclopedia of minerals
Mineralogist.org
Minerals A–ZSearchCollectionsBrowse by PropertyIdentify a SpecimenCompare MineralsLocalities MapGlossaryContribute Search the Database →

Compare Minerals

Put any two minerals side by side — formula, structure, hardness, density and more. Type to search each slot.

VS
K
Name
—
KCu₂(SO₄)₂[(OH)(H₂O)]
Formula
—
Mineral Species
Entry type
—
Sulfates
Chemical class
—
Monoclinic
Crystal system
—
4
Mohs hardness
—
3.49
Specific gravity
—
Pale green to white
Streak
—
Vitreous
Luster
—
None
Cleavage
—
C2/m
Space group
—
Natrochalcite
Structural group
—
Kch · Approved
IMA
—
2013
Named in
—
Light green to bright grass-green; pale green to colorless in transmitted light
Typical colors
—
K · Cu · S · O · H
Elements
—