General Information:
Chemical Formula:
CaFe+++AlSiO6
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 246.99 gm)
Calcium 16.23 % Ca
Aluminum 10.92 % Al
Iron 22.61 % Fe
Silicon 11.37 % Si
Oxygen 38.87 % O
Empirical Formula:
CaFe3+AlSiO6
IMA Status:
Approved IMA 1987
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
[110] Perfect
Color:
reddish brown.
Density:
3.54
Diaphaniety:
Transparent
Hardness:
6 - Orthoclase
Luster:
Vitreous (Glassy)
Streak:
white
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