Calciborite

Formula:  CaB2O4

Origin of name:  From composition

 

Crystal system:  Orthorhombic

Crystal class:  2/m /2m 2/m

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Colour:  White

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Habit:  Radial aggregates; massive

Hardness:  ~ 3.5

Specific gravity:  2.878

Cleavage:  None

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