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Name
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Pb₃Ge₁₋ₓS₄
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Sulfides
Chemical class
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Crystal system
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Mohs hardness
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6.62
Specific gravity
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Dark gray. Anisotropism: Distinct. R1 –R2: (470) 43.5–44.5
Streak
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Luster
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Cleavage
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Space group
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Structural group
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Mzv · Approved
IMA
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1974
Named in
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Brownish gray; in reflected light, white with cream-red tint
Typical colors
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Pb · Ge · S
Elements
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