Formula: NiSO4 . 7H2O
Origin of name: For Senor Moreno, Spain
Crystal system: Orthorhombic
Crystal class: 222
Twinning:
Unit cell:
Colour: Greenish white to green
Diaphaneity: Transparent to translucent
Luster: Vitreous
Habit: Efflorescent crusts, stalactitic
Hardness: 2 to 2.5
Specific gravity: 1.98
Cleavage: 1; {010} distinct
Tenacity:
Streak: Pale greenish white
Synonyms/varieties:
Comments: Soluble in water
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