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Switzerite
Name
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Mn²⁺₃(PO₄)₂·7H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Phosphates
Chemical class
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Monoclinic
Crystal system
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2
Mohs hardness
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2.535
Specific gravity
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Streak
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Vitreous, pearly on {001}
Luster
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Perfect on {001}
Cleavage
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P2_1/a
Space group
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Structural group
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Swt · Approved
IMA
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1966
Named in
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Pink, becoming yellowish or brownish on dehydration
Typical colors
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Mn · P · O · H
Elements
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