Compare Minerals

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

Mineral A

Mineral B

Name

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(Y,U)(Ti,Nb)₂(O,OH)₆

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Oxides & Hydroxides

Chemical class

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Crystal system

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5.5

Mohs hardness

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4.6

Specific gravity

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Reddish brown

Streak

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Vitreous to resinous

Luster

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Perpendicular to the length, probably a parting

Cleavage

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Space group

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Structural group

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Kob-Y · Approved

IMA

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1950

Named in

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Black to dark brown; coffee-brown to brownish yellow in thin section

Typical colors

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Y · U · Ti · Nb · O · H

Elements

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