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Schoonerite
Name
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ZnMn²⁺Fe²⁺₂Fe³⁺(PO₄)₃(OH)₂(H₂O)₇·2H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Phosphates
Chemical class
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Orthorhombic
Crystal system
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4
Mohs hardness
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2.87–2.92
Specific gravity
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Pale brown
Streak
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Subvitreous to waxy
Luster
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{010}, perfect; {001}, good
Cleavage
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Pmab
Space group
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Calcioferrite-Schoonerite
Structural group
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Soo · Approved
IMA
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1976
Named in
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Pale tan to brown, greenish brown, yellowish brown; copper-red to bronzy on exposure
Typical colors
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Zn · Mn · Fe · P · O · H
Elements
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