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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

K

Name

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Ca₂Mn²⁺Mn³⁺₂(SiO₄)₂(OH)₄·9H₂O

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Silicates

Chemical class

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Crystal system

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4

Mohs hardness

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2.61

Specific gravity

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Light yellow

Streak

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Vitreous

Luster

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{0001}, perfect

Cleavage

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—

Space group

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—

Structural group

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Kit · Approved

IMA

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1982

Named in

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Bright to golden yellow; in thin section, medium yellow

Typical colors

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Ca · Mn · Si · O · H

Elements

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