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Sogdianite
Name
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KZr₂Li₃Si₁₂O₃₀
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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5–7
Mohs hardness
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2.76–2.9
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous
Luster
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{0001}, perfect
Cleavage
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P6/mcc
Space group
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Milarite
Structural group
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Sog · Approved
IMA
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1968
Named in
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Violet
Typical colors
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K · Zr · Li · Si · O
Elements
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