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Nambulite
Name
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LiMn²⁺₄Si₅O₁₄(OH)
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Triclinic
Crystal system
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6.5
Mohs hardness
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3.53
Specific gravity
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Pale yellow
Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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Perfect on {001}, distinct on {010} and {100}
Cleavage
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P-1
Space group
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Rhodonite
Structural group
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Nbl · Approved
IMA
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1971
Named in
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Reddish brown with an orange tint
Typical colors
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Li · Mn · Si · O · H
Elements
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