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Mineral A

VS

Mineral B

Tveitite-(Y)

Name

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(Y,Na)₆(Ca,Na,REE)₁₂(Ca,Na)F₄₂

Formula

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Mineral Species

Entry type

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Halides

Chemical class

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Hexagonal

Crystal system

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Mohs hardness

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3.94

Specific gravity

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Streak

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Greasy

Luster

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Cleavage

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R-3

Space group

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Structural group

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Ttt-Y · Approved

IMA

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1975

Named in

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White to pale yellow

Typical colors

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Y · Na · Ca · REE · F

Elements

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