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   Natrolite
(Na2Al2Si3O10·2H2O)
NS3893.01
  
Image: NS3893.01.jpg

 
Crystal system orthorhombic.
Habit usually in radiating crystal groups, fibrous, massive, and granular.
Cleavage perfect.
Fracture uneven.
Hardness 5-5.5
Specific Gravity 2.20-2.26
Color colorless, white pink or yellowish.
Luster transparent with vitreous or pearly luster.
Streak white.
Distinguishing features light color and commonly fibrous habit.
Uses of interest to scientists and collectors.







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