Cadwaladerite

Formula:  Al(OH)2Cl . 4H2O

Origin of name:  For C. Cadwalader, American scientist

 

Crystal system:  Amorphous or cubic

Crystal class:  Unknown

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Colour:  Lemon-yellow

Diaphaneity:  Transparent

Luster:  Vitreous

Habit:  Amorphous grains and small masses

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Specific gravity:  1.66

Cleavage:  None

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