Hexacelsian
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What is Hexacelsian?
Hexacelsian is a rare barium silicate mineral with the formula BaAl2Si2O8. It was discovered in the Hatrurim Basin in Israel, where the Hatrurim Formation of rocks formed due to exposed pyrometamorphism.
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Colorless
- Density
- 3.305 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- BaAl2Si2O8
- Elements
- Al, Ba, O, Si
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