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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

Olivine

Name

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(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Formula

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Mineral Group

Entry type

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Silicates

Chemical class

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Orthorhombic

Crystal system

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6.5–7

Mohs hardness

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3.2–4.4

Specific gravity

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White to colorless

Streak

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Vitreous

Luster

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Poor on {010}

Cleavage

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Space group

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Structural group

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IMA

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—

Named in

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Green, Yellow

Typical colors

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Elements

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