Clinoferrosilite

Formula: (Fe,Mg)₂Si₂O₆

Origin of name: From monoclinic and ferrosilite

Crystal system: Monoclinic

Crystal class: 2/m

Colour: Colourless with amber tint

Diaphaneity: Transparent

Luster: Vitreous

Habit: Crystals needle-like, minute

Hardness: 5 to 6

Specific gravity: 4.068

Cleavage: 1; {110} distinct

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Comments: Series with clinoenstatite; dimorphous with orthoferrosilite

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