Formula: Na2ZrSi3O9 . 3H2O
Origin of name: Locality; Mont St. Hilaire, Quebec, Canada
Crystal system: Hexagonal
Crystal class: 32
Twinning:
Unit cell: a = 10.556, c = 15.851
Colour: Pale brown
Diaphaneity: Transparent
Luster: Vitreous to porcelaneous
Habit: Crystals, tiny, aggregates
Hardness: 4.5
Specific gravity: 2.72
Cleavage: None
Tenacity:
Streak: White
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