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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

Kolicite

Name

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Zn₄Mn²⁺₇(AsO₄)₂(SiO₄)₂(OH)₈

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Silicates

Chemical class

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Orthorhombic

Crystal system

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4.5

Mohs hardness

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4.17

Specific gravity

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Light orange

Streak

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Vitreous

Luster

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Cleavage

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Cmca

Space group

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Structural group

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Kol · Approved

IMA

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1978

Named in

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Bright yellowish orange

Typical colors

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Zn · Mn · As · O · Si · H

Elements

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