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Lovdarite
Name
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K₂Na₆Be₄Si₁₄O₃₆·9H₂O
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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5–6
Mohs hardness
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2.33
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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Distinct on {100}, {010}, {001}; poor on {110}
Cleavage
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Pma2
Space group
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—
Structural group
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Lov · Approved
IMA
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1972
Named in
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Colorless to yellowish
Typical colors
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K · Na · Be · Si · O · H
Elements
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