Haapalaite

Formula:  4(Fe,Ni)S . 3(Mg,Fe)(OH)2

Origin of name:   For P. Haapala, Finish geologist

 

Crystal system:  Hexagonal

Crystal class:  Unknown

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Colour:  Bronze-red

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Luster:  Metallic

Habit:  Thin scales

Hardness:  1 to 1.5

Specific gravity:  3.58

Cleavage:  None

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