VS
Name
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CaMg(SiO₄)
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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5.5
Mohs hardness
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3.03–3.27
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous, slightly resinous when massive
Luster
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Poor on {010}
Cleavage
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Pbnm
Space group
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Olivine
Structural group
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Mtc · Grandfathered
IMA
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1831
Named in
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Colorless, Gray, Green
Typical colors
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Ca · Mg · Si · O
Elements
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