Schizolite
NaCaMnSi3O8(OH)IMA symbol: Szlrenamed
Schizolite is a mineral with the formula NaCaMnSi3O8(OH), crystallizing in the triclinic system. It has a Mohs hardness of 5-5.5, typically brown in color, with a greasy or vitreous luster, a specific gravity of 3.084.
Physical properties
| Hardness (Mohs) | 5-5.5single sourceDana's System, 2nd Appendix (1909) |
|---|---|
| Specific gravity | 3.084 g/cm3single sourceDana's System, 2nd Appendix (1909) |
| Color | brownsingle sourceDana's System, 2nd Appendix (1909) |
| Luster | greasy, vitreoussingle sourceDana's System, 2nd Appendix (1909) |
Chemistry (calculated)
| Molecular weight | 347.26 g/molcalculated from the IMA formula |
|---|---|
| Composition (wt%) | Na 6.62%, Ca 11.54%, Mn 15.82%, Si 24.26%, O 41.47%, H 0.29% |