- Chlorocalcite
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Chlorocalcite General Category Halides Chemical formula KCaCl3 Strunz classification 03.AA.40 Unit cell a = 7.35Å, b = 10.44Å, c = 7.25Å Identification Molar mass 185.54 g/mol Color White, tinged violet Crystal system Orthorhombic Cleavage Distinct/good Mohs scale hardness 21⁄3-3 Diaphaneity Transparent Optical properties Biaxial Solubility In water Other characteristics Deliquescent References [1] Chlorocalcite is a rare evaporite mineral found in active volcanic fumaroles.
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