General Information:
Chemical Formula:
(Co,Ni,Mn)SO4·6(H2O)
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 262.62 gm)
Manganese 2.09 % Mn
Cobalt 13.46 % Co
Nickel 6.70 % Ni
Hydrogen 4.61 % H
Sulfur 12.21 % S
Oxygen 60.92 % O
Empirical Formula:
Co0.6Ni0.3Mn2+0.1(SO4)·6(H2O)
IMA Status:
Approved IMA 1965
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
[???] Indistinct
Color:
pink.
Density:
1.97
Diaphaniety:
Transparent to Translucent
Hardness:
2.5 - Finger Nail
Luster:
Vitreous (Glassy)
Streak:
white
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