Reyerite

Formula: (Na,K)2Ca14(Si,Al)24O58(OH)8.6H2O

Origin of name: for E. Reyer, Austrian geologist

 

Crystal system: hexagonal

Crystal class: -3

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Colour: colourless, white

Diaphaneity: transparent to translucent

Luster: vitreous, pearly on cleavage

Habit: massive, micaceous spherical aggregates

Hardness: 3 to 4

Specific gravity: 2.54 to 2.58

Cleavage: 1; {0001} perfect

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