Akdalaite is a very rare mineral found in Kazakhstan and has the formula 5Al2O3·H2O. It was formerly believed to be 4Al2O3·H2O. It is therefore the same as tohdite an artificially produced phase. Studies on the crystal structure and spectra indicate that this is an aluminium oxide hydroxide.
Hardness:
7 - 7.5
Density:
3.673 g/cm³
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Physical Properties of Akdalaite
Colors
White, pale greenish yellow in thin section
Streak
White
Hardness
7 - 7.5 , Extremely hard
Density
3.673 g/cm³, Obviously Heavy Weight
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Chemical Properties of Akdalaite
Formula
Al10O14(OH)2
formerly here as 5Al2O3.H2O
Elements listed
Al, H, O
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