Haradaite

Formula:  SrVSi2O7

Origin of name:   For Z. Harada, Japanese mineralogist

 

Crystal system:  Orthorhombic

Crystal class:  2/m 2/m 2/m

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Colour:  Bright green, light blue

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Luster:  Vitreous

Habit:  Massive

Hardness:  4.5

Specific gravity:  3.80

Cleavage:  3; {010} perfect, {100} and {001} distinct

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