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Name
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NaBe₂Mn²⁺₂SnSi₃O₁₂(OH)
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Orthorhombic
Crystal system
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6.5
Mohs hardness
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3.6
Specific gravity
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Light yellow
Streak
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Vitreous on cleavages and fractures, dull on crystal faces
Luster
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{010}, perfect; two other directions, distinct
Cleavage
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Imma
Space group
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Structural group
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Svg · Approved
IMA
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1983
Named in
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Yellow; in transmitted light, pale yellow to yellow
Typical colors
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Na · Be · Mn · Sn · Si · O · H
Elements
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