How do I identify Línekite?

Línekite can be identified by its hardness of 2 - 3 on the Mohs scale, Pale olive to khaki green color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Línekite?

Línekite typically appears in Pale olive to khaki green. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Línekite?

Línekite has a hardness of 2 - 3 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.

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What is Línekite?

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Physical Properties

Color: Pale olive to khaki green
Hardness (Mohs): 2 - 3
Density: 2.922 g/cm³
Streak: Greenish white to yellowish white

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula: K2Ca3[(UO2)(CO3)3]2 · 8H2O The water content in línekite is somewhat variable and varies between 7 to 8 H2O pfu. The content obtained from crystal-structure studies is everytime underestimated in the case of línekite (see Plášil et al. 2017).
Elements: C, Ca, H, K, O, U

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