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Chiolite

A species of Minerals, Also known as Arksutite, Chodnewite

Chiolite is a tetragonal-ditetragonal dipyramidal mineral, composed of sodium, fluorine, and aluminium, the name originates from the combination of the Greek words for snow (χιώυ) and stone (λίθος). It is an allusion to its similarity and appearance to cryolite (ice stone). It was first discovered in the Ilmen mountains, Russia, in 1846.

Hardness:

3.5 - 4

Density:

2.989 g/cm³

General Info About Chiolite

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Physical Properties of Chiolite

Colors

Nearly colourless, snow-white

Hardness

3.5 - 4 , Soft

Density

2.989 g/cm³, Normal Weight

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Chemical Properties of Chiolite

Formula

Na₅Al₃F₁₄

Elements listed

Al, F, Na

Characteristics of Chiolite

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