General Information:
Chemical Formula:
Nd(PO4)·2(H2O)
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 275.24 gm)
Phosphorus 11.25 % P
Hydrogen 1.46 % H
Neodymium 52.40 % Nd
Oxygen 34.88 % O
Empirical Formula:
Nd(PO4)·2(H2O)
IMA Status:
Not IMA Approved (Dana # Added)
Name Origin:
Named for Arthur Hubert Church (1834-19150, English chemist who described and analyzed the mineral.
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
[???] Perfect
Color:
yellowish white or pink white.
Diaphaniety:
Transparent
Hardness:
3-3.5 - Calcite-Copper Penny
Luster:
Vitreous - Pearly
Streak:
white
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