Formula: Li(Ta,Nb)3O8
Origin of name: From composition
Crystal system: Monoclinic
Crystal class: 2/m
Twinning:
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Colour: Colourless to pinkish
Diaphaneity: Transparent
Luster: Adamantine
Habit: Crystals equant, poorly formed, tiny
Hardness: 6 to 6.5
Specific gravity: 7.0
Cleavage: None
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