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Queitite
Name
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Zn₂Pb₄(Si₂O₇)(SiO₄)(SO₄)
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Monoclinic
Crystal system
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4
Mohs hardness
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6.07
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Greasy
Luster
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{010} and {001}, observed in traces
Cleavage
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P2_1
Space group
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Structural group
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Que · Approved
IMA
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1978
Named in
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Pale yellow or colorless; distinct anomalous interference colors in thin section
Typical colors
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Zn · Pb · Si · O · S
Elements
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