Formula: Fe2(MoO4)3 . 8H2O
Origin of name: From ferric iron (Fe3+) and molybdite
Crystal system: Orthorhombic
Crystal class: mm2 or 2/m 2/m 2/m
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Colour: Yellow
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Habit: Fibrous, in bundles or radial groups; earthy coatings, powder; microcrystalline
Hardness: 1 to 2
Specific gravity: 4.46
Cleavage: None
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