Kuzelite

FormulaCa4Al2SO4(OH)12·6H2O

Origin of name: For Prof. Hans Jurgen Kuzel of Erlangen, Germany, who first synthesized the compound.

 

Crystal system: Trigonal

Crystal class: 3

Twinning: 

Unit cell: a = 5.76, c = 53.66

 

Colour: White

Diaphaneity: Transparent

Luster: Vitreous

Habit: Microscopic crystals, platy

Hardness: 1.5-2

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Tenacity: Uneven fracture

Streak: White

 

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