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Name
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PdSb
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Sulfides
Chemical class
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Hexagonal
Crystal system
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Mohs hardness
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9.37
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Metallic. Anisotropism: Weak to moderate, in pale grayish yellow and dark grayish brown. R1 –R2: (400) 49.1–45.0
Luster
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Cleavage
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P6_3mc
Space group
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Nickeline
Structural group
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Sdb · Approved
IMA
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1973
Named in
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In polished section, white with a yellow tint
Typical colors
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Pd · Sb
Elements
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