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R
Name
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CaClF
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Halides
Chemical class
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Tetragonal
Crystal system
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2
Mohs hardness
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2.78
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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{110}, perfect; {001}, excellent
Cleavage
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P4/nmm
Space group
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Matlockite
Structural group
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Rrs · Approved
IMA
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1989
Named in
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Colorless
Typical colors
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Ca · Cl · F
Elements
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