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Name
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YCa₂Zr₂Al₃O₁₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Oxides & Hydroxides
Chemical class
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Cubic
Crystal system
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7–7.5
Mohs hardness
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4.48
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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None
Cleavage
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Ia-3d
Space group
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Garnet
Structural group
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Pgr-Y · Approved
IMA
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2020
Named in
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Pale yellowish
Typical colors
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Y · Ca · Zr · Al · O
Elements
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