Scolecite | |
Chemical Formula |
CaAl2Si3O10.3H2O |
Species |
Silicates |
Crystal System |
Monoclinic |
Mohs Scale |
5 |
Specific Gravity |
2.16-2.40 |
Color |
Colorless white, pink, salmon, red or green |
Streak |
White |
Luster |
Vitreous |
Refractive Index |
n = 1.507 - 1.513 n = 1.516 - 1.520 n = 1.517 - 1.521 |
Diaphaneity |
Transparent, Translucent |
Cleavage |
PerfectPerfect on the and |
Fracture |
Irregular/Uneven |
Crystal Habit:Thin prismatic needles, radiating groups and fibrous masses | |
Geological Setting:Cavities in basalts |