Despujolsite

Formula:  Ca3Mn(SO4)2(OH)6 . 3H2O

Origin of name:  For Pierre Despujols, French geologist

 

Crystal system:   Hexagonal

Crystal class:   -6m2

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Colour:   Lemon-yellow

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Luster:   Vitreous

Habit:   Crystals prismatic, hexagonal

Hardness:   ~ 2.5

Specific gravity:   2.46

Cleavage:   None

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