Lopezite

Formula:  K2Cr2O7

Origin of name:  For E. Lopez, Chilean collector

 

Crystal system:  Triclinic

Crystal class:  -1

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Colour:  Orange, orange-red

Diaphaneity:  Transparent

Luster:  Vitreous

Habit:  Minute spherical aggregates

Hardness:  2.5

Specific gravity:  2.69

Cleavage:  None

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