Formula: BaSi2O4(OH)2 . 2H2O
Origin of name: For Konrad Krauskop, American geochemist
Crystal system: Monoclinic
Crystal class: 2/m
Twinning:
Unit cell:
Colour: White to colourless
Diaphaneity:
Luster: Subvitreous, pearly on cleavage
Habit: Equant to short prismatic grains
Hardness: ~ 4
Specific gravity: 3.14
Cleavage: 3; {010} and {001} perfect, third direction poor
Tenacity:
Streak: White
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