Nekoite

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Nekoite
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Nekoite from Iron Cap Mine, Landsman Camp, Arizona
General
Category Mineral
Formula
(repeating unit)		Ca3Si6O15·7H2O
IMA symbol Nk
Crystal system Triclinic
Identification
ColorWhite
Cleavage Distinct/Good
Lustre Vitreous
Streak White
Density 2.21 g/cm3
Pleochroism Non-pleochroic
Dispersion r > v weak
References [1]

Nekoite is a triclinic, white silicate mineral consisting of calcium, silicon, oxygen and water. Its discovery was first published in 1956. [2] [3]

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Etymology

Its name derives from okenite, which it was originally mistaken for. [3]

Properties

This translucent crystal is described as having a pearl white color. It is also said to have a vitreous (glass-like) lustre. [3]

Media appearances

It is featured in Stardew Valley as a minor item obtained from geodes.

References

  1. ↑ https://www.mindat.org/min-2872.html
  2. ↑ "Nekoite Mineral Data". webmineral.com. Retrieved 2023-02-04.
  3. 1 2 3 "Nekoite". www.mindat.org. Retrieved 2023-02-04.
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