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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

R

Name

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Mn²⁺₂La(AsO₄)(OH)₄

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Arsenates

Chemical class

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Orthorhombic

Crystal system

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3–4

Mohs hardness

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4.2

Specific gravity

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Pale brown

Streak

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Vitreous on {010} and fractures, otherwise dull

Luster

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Cleavage

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Pban

Space group

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Retzian

Structural group

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Rtz-La · Approved

IMA

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1983

Named in

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Dark reddish brown

Typical colors

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Mn · La · As · O · H

Elements

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