Loseyite

Formula: (Mn,Zn)7(CO3)2(OH)10

Origin of name:  For S. Losey, American collector

 

Crystal system:  Monoclinic

Crystal class:  2/m

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Colour:  Bluish white, brownish

Diaphaneity:  Transparent

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Habit:  Crystals lath-like, in aggregates or radiating groups

Hardness:  ~ 3

Specific gravity:  3.27

Cleavage:  None

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