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Shimazakiite
Shimazakiite
Name
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Ca₂B₂O₅
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Borates
Chemical class
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Orthorhombic
Crystal system
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4.5
Mohs hardness
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2.81
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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None
Cleavage
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P2_1/c
Space group
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Structural group
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Smz · Approved
IMA
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2010
Named in
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Grayish white
Typical colors
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Ca · B · O
Elements
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