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Mineral

Stilbite

Stilbite — reference photo

Stilbite is a mineral with the chemical formula NaCa2Al5Si13O36·14H2O. It has a Mohs hardness of 3.5-4 and vitreous to pearly luster.

Stilbite properties

TypeMineral
Chemical formulaNaCa2Al5Si13O36·14H2O
Mohs hardness3.5-4
LusterVitreous to pearly
Typical colorsColorless, white, pink, yellow, orange, green
FormationHydrothermal veins and cavities in volcanic rocks
Rarity5 / 10

Mohs hardness 3.5–4 — soft

1 · Talc5 · Apatite10 · Diamond
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