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Parakeldyshite
Name
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Na₂ZrSi₂O₇
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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5.5–6
Mohs hardness
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3.37–3.39
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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Perfect on {001}; very good on {110} and {110}; good on {011}
Cleavage
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P-1
Space group
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Structural group
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Pkel · Approved
IMA
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1975
Named in
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White, with a light bluish tinge
Typical colors
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Na · Zr · Si · O
Elements
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