Mordenite | |
Chemical Formula |
Ca,Na2,K2Al2Si10O24·7H2O |
Species |
Silicates |
Crystal System |
Orthorhombic |
Mohs Scale |
3-4 |
Specific Gravity |
2.125 |
Color |
Colourless, white, yellowish, pinkish |
Streak |
White |
Luster |
Vitreous, Silky |
Refractive Index |
n = 1.472 - 1.483 n = 1.475 - 1.485 n = 1.477 - 1.487 |
Diaphaneity |
Transparent, Translucent |
Cleavage |
Perfectperfect on distinct on |
Fracture |
Irregular/Uneven |
Crystal Habit:Prismatic crystals, acicular to fine fibrous, radiating groups, cottony aggregates, compact, porcelaneous. | |
Geological Setting:Veins and amygdaloids in igneous rocks. |