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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

P

Name

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Ca₂(UO₂)(CO₃)₃·5H₂O

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Carbonates

Chemical class

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Monoclinic

Crystal system

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2.5

Mohs hardness

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2.91

Specific gravity

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White

Streak

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Vitreous

Luster

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Excellent on {100}; good on {010} and {001}, probable

Cleavage

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P2_1/n

Space group

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—

Structural group

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Approved

IMA

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2021

Named in

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Pale green-yellow

Typical colors

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Ca · U · O · C · H

Elements

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