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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

L

Name

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Mn²⁺₄Mn³⁺₉Sb⁵⁺O₁₆(SiO₄)₂

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Silicates

Chemical class

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Hexagonal

Crystal system

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6.5

Mohs hardness

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4.92–4.94

Specific gravity

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Dark reddish brown

Streak

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Metallic, brilliant

Luster

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Good cleavage or parting on {0001}

Cleavage

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P31m

Space group

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—

Structural group

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Lgb · Approved

IMA

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1888

Named in

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Iron-black

Typical colors

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Mn · Sb · O · Si

Elements

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