Chernykhite

Formula:  (Ba,Na)(V,Al)2(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2

Origin of name:  For V. Chernykh, Russian professor

 

Crystal system:  Monoclinic

Crystal class:  2/m

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Colour:  Olive-green

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Luster:  Pearly on cleavage

Habit:  Small veins and leaflets to 5 mm

Hardness:  2 to 4

Specific gravity:  3.14

Cleavage:  None

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Streak:  Light green

 

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