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Parthéite
Name
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Ca₂(Si₄Al₄)O₁₅(OH)₂·4H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Monoclinic
Crystal system
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4
Mohs hardness
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2.39–2.45
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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{100}, {110}, distinct
Cleavage
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C2/c
Space group
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Structural group
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Pth · Approved
IMA
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1978
Named in
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White, dark blue [sic]; in transmitted light, colorless
Typical colors
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Ca · Si · Al · O · H
Elements
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