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Lithiophorite
Name
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(Al,Li)(Mn⁴⁺,Mn³⁺)O₂(OH)₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Oxides & Hydroxides
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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2.5–3
Mohs hardness
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3.14–3.37
Specific gravity
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Blackish gray to greenish black
Streak
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Dull to metallic
Luster
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{0001}, micaceous
Cleavage
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R-3m
Space group
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Structural group
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Lpr · Grandfathered
IMA
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1870
Named in
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Bluish black; light gray to dark brownish gray in reflected light
Typical colors
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Al · Li · Mn · O · H
Elements
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