Calclacite

Formula:  CaCl2 . Ca(C2H3O2)2 . 10H2O

Origin of name:  From composition, Calcium, Chlorine and acetate

 

Crystal system:  Monoclinic or triclinic

Crystal class:  2/m

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Colour:  White

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Habit:  Hair-like efflorescences

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Specific gravity:  1.55

Cleavage:  None

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