Formula: MoS2
Origin of name: For E. Jordis, chemist
Crystal system: Amorphous
Crystal class: unknown
Twinning:
Unit cell:
Colour: Black
Diaphaneity: Opaque
Luster: Dull
Habit: Massive; colloidal aggregates; disseminated particles, extremely small
Hardness: 1
Specific gravity:
Cleavage: None
Tenacity:
Streak:
Synonyms/varieties:
Comments: Dimorphous with molybdenite. Labelled Q because of inadequate data.
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