Leucite

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Leucite

K(AlSi₂O₆)

Zeolite mineral

Properties

Chemical formula
K(AlSi₂O₆)
Group
Oxides
Crystal system
Tetragonal
Hardness (Mohs)
Color
White
Luster
Streak
White
Density
Cleavage
Fracture
Tenacity
Crystal habit
Transparency
Space group
Fluorescence
Magnetism
Radioactivity
Refractive index
Optical character
Birefringence
Pleochroism
Strunz classification
9.GB.05
Dana classification
76.2.2.1
IMA status
Approved mineral and/or valid name (A)
IMA symbol
Lct
Locality
🇮🇹 Mount Somma
Type locality
Discovery year

Etymology

Named after white

Source: Wikidata

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