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Name
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NaV₃(V₄Mg₂)(Si₆O₁₈)(BO₃)₃(OH)₃O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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7.5
Mohs hardness
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3.32
Specific gravity
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Yellowish brownish green
Streak
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Resinous
Luster
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Cleavage
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R3m
Space group
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Tourmaline
Structural group
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Ovdrv · Approved
IMA
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1999
Named in
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Dark green with a yellowish brown tint
Typical colors
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Na · V · Mg · Si · O · B · H
Elements
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