Davreuxite

Formula:  MnAl6Si4O17(OH)2

Origin of name:  For Charles J. Davreux, Belgian pharmacist and naturalist

 

Crystal system:  Monoclinic

Crystal class:  2/m

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Colour:  White to pale rose

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Luster:  Silky to dull

Habit:  Long fibers and fibrous masses

Hardness:  2 to 3

Specific gravity:  3.15

Cleavage:  1; {100} good

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