How do I identify Deloneite?

Deloneite can be identified by its hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale, Bright yellow color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Deloneite?

Deloneite typically appears in Bright yellow. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

Deloneite has a hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

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Chemical Formula: (Na0.5REE0.25Ca0.25)(Ca0.75REE0.25)Sr1.5(CaNa0.25REE0.25)(PO4)3F0.5(OH)0.5
Elements: Ca, F, H, Na, O, P, Sr

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