Biophosphammite

Formula:  (NH4,K)H2PO4

Origin of name:  From composition, biphosphate and ammonium

 

Crystal system:  Tetragonal

Crystal class:  -42m

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Colour:  Colourless to light buff

Diaphaneity:  Transparent to translucent

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Habit:  Crystals prismatic tapered; rounded crusts

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Specific gravity:  2.04

Cleavage:  None

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Comments:  Soluble in water

 

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