1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.5 Fracture
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
2.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
2.7 Mohs Hardness
2.11 Chemical Composition
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)