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Tetrataenite
Name
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FeNi
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Native Elements
Chemical class
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Tetragonal
Crystal system
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Mohs hardness
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Specific gravity
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Streak
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Metallic. Anisotropism: Distinct on well-polished surfaces, bluish green to brownish orange (oil immersion). R1-R2: n.d
Luster
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Cleavage
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Pm
Space group
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Structural group
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Ttae · Approved
IMA
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1979
Named in
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Creamy in reflected light
Typical colors
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Fe · Ni
Elements
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