The open encyclopedia of minerals
Mineralogist.org
Minerals A–ZSearchCollectionsBrowse by PropertyIdentify a SpecimenCompare MineralsLocalities MapGlossaryContribute Search the Database →

Compare Minerals

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

VS
Metaswitzerite
Name
—
Mn²⁺₃(PO₄)₂·4H₂O
Formula
—
Mineral Species
Entry type
—
Phosphates
Chemical class
—
Monoclinic
Crystal system
—
2.5
Mohs hardness
—
3.18
Specific gravity
—
—
Streak
—
Adamantine to pearly
Luster
—
Perfect on {100}; fair on {010}
Cleavage
—
P2_1/c
Space group
—
—
Structural group
—
Msw · Approved
IMA
—
1967
Named in
—
Pale golden brown
Typical colors
—
Mn · P · O · H
Elements
—