Aqualite

Formula: (H3O)8(Na,K,Sr)5Ca6Zr3Si26O66(OH)9Cl
 

Origin of name: Commission on New Minerals and Mineral Names (CNMMN)

 

Crystal system: Trigonal

Crystal class: 3

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Unit cell: a = 14.078 Å, c = 31.24 Å

 

Colour: Pink

Diaphaneity: Translucent

Luster: Vitreous

Habit: Pyramidal

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Comments:  IMA approved 2002

 

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