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Perlialite
Perlialite
Name
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K₉NaCa(Si₂₄Al₁₂)O₇₂·15H₂O
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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4–5
Mohs hardness
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2.14
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Pearly
Luster
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Cleavage
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P6/mmm
Space group
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Structural group
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Pll · Approved
IMA
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1982
Named in
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White
Typical colors
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K · Na · Ca · Si · Al · O · H
Elements
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