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Petterdite
Name
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PbCr₂(CO₃)₂(OH)₄·H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Carbonates
Chemical class
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Orthorhombic
Crystal system
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2
Mohs hardness
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3.947
Specific gravity
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Pale violet
Streak
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Pearly to earthy
Luster
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On {100}, fair; on {010}, possible
Cleavage
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Pbnm
Space group
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Dundasite
Structural group
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Pte · Approved
IMA
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1999
Named in
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Pale to deep lilac, pinkish violet, pale gray
Typical colors
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Pb · Cr · C · O · H
Elements
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