Formula: Ca3Si6O15.7H2O
Origin of name: permutation of letters of okenite, a similar mineral
Crystal system: triclinic
Crystal class: 1
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Colour: white
Diaphaneity:
Luster: pearly
Habit: crystals acicular, finely fibrous
Hardness:
Specific gravity: 2.23
Cleavage: 1; {100} distinct
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