How do I identify Cordylite-(la)?

Cordylite-(la) can be identified by its hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale, colorless color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Cordylite-(la)?

Cordylite-(la) typically appears in colorless, honey-yellow, or pinkish yellow. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Cordylite-(la)?

Cordylite-(la) has a hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

Cordylite-(la)

Cordylite-(La)

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color: colorless, honey-yellow, or pinkish yellow
Hardness (Mohs): 4
Density: 4.329 g/cm³

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: (Na,Ca)Ba(La,Ce,Sr)2(CO3)4F Formula with Z=1 more clear show composition peculiarities of the mineral with developed heterovalent isomorphism Na + REE = Ca + Sr. (NaCa)Ba2((La,Ce)3Sr)(CO3)8F2
Elements: Ba, C, Ca, F, La, Na, O, Sr

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