Saponite | |
Chemical Formula |
Ca0.25(Mg,Fe)3((Si,Al)4O10)(OH)2·n(H2O) |
Species |
Silicates |
Crystal System |
Monoclinic |
Mohs Scale |
1-2 |
Specific Gravity |
2.24-2.30 |
Color |
White, yellow, red, green, blue |
Streak |
White |
Luster |
Greasy, Dull |
Refractive Index |
n = 1.479 - 1.490 n = 1.510 - 1.525 n = 1.511 - 1.527 |
Diaphaneity |
Translucent |
Cleavage |
perfect |
Crystal Habit:Granular - Massive |