VS
Name
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Mn₆Al₃(OH)₁₈[Na(H₂O)₆](SO₄)₂·6H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Sulfates
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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2
Mohs hardness
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2.32
Specific gravity
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Very pale yellow to white
Streak
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Vitreous to dull
Luster
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On {0001}, perfect
Cleavage
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R-3
Space group
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Woodwardite, Hydrotalcite
Structural group
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Sga · Approved
IMA
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1984
Named in
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Pale yellow, bright yellow, golden yellow, burnt orange; brownish yellow if included
Typical colors
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Mn · Al · O · H · Na · S
Elements
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