Chinleite-(Y)

NaY(SO₄)₂·H₂O

Hydrous sulfate mineral

Properties

Chemical formula
NaY(SO₄)₂·H₂O
Group
Sulfates
Crystal system
Trigonal
Hardness (Mohs)
Color
Luster
Streak
Density
Cleavage
Fracture
Tenacity
Crystal habit
Transparency
Space group
P3₂21
Fluorescence
Magnetism
Radioactivity
Refractive index
Optical character
Birefringence
Pleochroism
Strunz classification
Dana classification
IMA status
Approved mineral and/or valid name (A)
IMA symbol
Chi-Y
Locality
🇺🇸 Blue Lizard mine
Type locality
Discovery year

Etymology

Named after Chinle Formation

Source: Wikidata

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