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Name
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(Ca,Th,Mn)₃Si₄O₁₁F·6H₂O
Formula
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Mineral Species
Entry type
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Silicates
Chemical class
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Crystal system
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4
Mohs hardness
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3.02
Specific gravity
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Dark brown
Streak
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Greasy to vitreous
Luster
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Cleavage
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Space group
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Structural group
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Tssp · Approved
IMA
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1962
Named in
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Dark brown, nearly black; reddish brown in transmitted light
Typical colors
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Ca · Th · Mn · Si · O · F · H
Elements
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