Formula: CaS5 . CaS2O3 . 6Ca(OH)2 . 20H2O
Origin of name: For A.G. Bazhenova, Russian petrographer, and L.F. Bazhenova, Russian chemist
Crystal system: Monoclinic
Crystal class: 2/m
Twinning:
Unit cell:
Colour: Orange to yellow
Diaphaneity: Transparent to translucent
Luster: Vitreous
Habit: Blades to 5 mm long form aggregates to 1 cm across
Hardness: 2
Specific gravity: 1.83
Cleavage: 1; {010} very good
Tenacity:
Streak: Light yellow
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Comments:
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