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Minrecordite
Name
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CaZn(CO₃)₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Carbonates
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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3.5
Mohs hardness
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3.45
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous to pearly
Luster
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On {1014}, prominent
Cleavage
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R-3
Space group
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Calcite-Dolomite
Structural group
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Mrd · Approved
IMA
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1980
Named in
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Milky white to colorless
Typical colors
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Ca · Zn · C · O
Elements
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