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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

P

Name

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(Na,H₂O)₀.₇(W,Fe³⁺)(O,OH)₃

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Oxides & Hydroxides

Chemical class

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Hexagonal

Crystal system

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2–3

Mohs hardness

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4.4

Specific gravity

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Cream

Streak

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Pearly to earthy

Luster

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None observed

Cleavage

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P-6m2

Space group

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—

Structural group

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Pit · Approved

IMA

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2005

Named in

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Cream yellow

Typical colors

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Na · H · O · W · Fe

Elements

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