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Rouvilleite
Name
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Na₃Ca₂(CO₃)₃F
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Carbonates
Chemical class
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Monoclinic
Crystal system
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3–4
Mohs hardness
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2.67–2.73
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous to waxy
Luster
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Good on {001}; imperfect on {010}
Cleavage
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Cc
Space group
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Structural group
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Rvl · Approved
IMA
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1989
Named in
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Pale tan, pale pink, yellow, colorless, may be reddish brown from inclusions
Typical colors
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Na · Ca · C · O · F
Elements
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