IMA mineral species

Allophane

Al₂O₃(SiO₂)₁.₃-₂.₀·2.5-3.0H₂O

Phyllosilicate mineral or mineraloid.

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Allophane specimen
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Properties

Chemical formulaAl₂O₃(SiO₂)₁.₃-₂.₀·2.5-3.0H₂O
ElementsAl, O, Si, H
Crystal system—
Mohs hardness3
Density—
Streakwhite
Color—
IMA symbolAlp
Nickel–Strunz class9.ED.20

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