VS
Name
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Mg₃Si₄O₁₀(OH)₂
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Triclinic
Crystal system
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1
Mohs hardness
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2.58–2.83
Specific gravity
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White
Streak
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Pearly, greasy, dull
Luster
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Perfect on {001}
Cleavage
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C-1
Space group
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Clay, Talc
Structural group
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Tlc · Grandfathered
IMA
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0
Named in
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White, Gray, Green, Colorless
Typical colors
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Mg · Si · O · H
Elements
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