Akdalaite
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What is Akdalaite?
Akdalaite is a very rare mineral found in Kazakhstan and has the formula 5Al2O3·H2O. It was formerly believed to be 4Al2O3·H2O. It is therefore the same as tohdite an artificially produced phase. Studies on the crystal structure and spectra indicate that this is an aluminium oxide hydroxide.
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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- White, pale greenish yellow in thin section
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 7 - 7.5
- Density
- 3.673 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Al10O14(OH)2 formerly here as 5Al2O3.H2O
- Elements
- Al, H, O
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