Majakite

Formula:  PdNiAs

Origin of name:  Locality; Majak  mine, Noril'sk region, Russia

 

Crystal system:  Hexagonal

Crystal class:  -6m2

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Colour:  Gray-white (reflected light)

Diaphaneity:  Opaque

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Habit:  Tiny rounded or oval inclusions

Hardness:  5

Specific gravity:  9.33

Cleavage:  None

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