Nova Scotia Minerals: Clinoptilolitespacer

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CLINOPTILOLITE

(Na, K, Ca)2 - 3Al3(Al, Si)2Si13O36-12H2O
Hydrated Sodium Potassium Calcium Aluminum


Location
UTM (NAD27)
Zone 20
 Northing 0000000
 Easting 000000
Details:
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 Cleavage: perfect in one direction parallel to the prominent pinacoid face

 Colour: colorless, white, pink, yellow, reddish and pale brown

 Fracture: uneven

 Hardness: 3.5 - 4

 Luster: vitreous to pearly

 Streak: white

 Possible Useage: chemical filter, chemical absorber, water purifier, mineral specimen

 More Info: Mineral Gallery, Mineralogy Database

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