Compare Minerals

Put any two minerals side by side — formula, structure, hardness, density and more. Type to search each slot.

Mineral A

Mineral B

Peprossiite-(Ce)

Name

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(Ce,La)(Al₃O)₂/₃B₄O₁₀

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Borates

Chemical class

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Hexagonal

Crystal system

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Mohs hardness

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3.45

Specific gravity

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White

Streak

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Vitreous

Luster

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Perfect on {0001}; distinct on {1120}

Cleavage

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P-62m

Space group

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Structural group

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Pep-Ce · Approved

IMA

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1990

Named in

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Pale yellow, lemon-yellow; colorless in thin section

Typical colors

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Ce · La · Al · O · B

Elements

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