Formula: K2Fe(SO4)2 . 4H2O
Origin of name: For Kurt Mereiter, Austrian mineralogist
Crystal system: Monoclinic
Crystal class: 2/m
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Colour: Pale yellow
Diaphaneity: Transparent
Luster: Vitreous to greasy
Habit: Subhedral crystals to 6 x 8 x 10 mm in gypsum
Hardness: 2.5 to 3
Specific gravity: 2.36
Cleavage: None
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