IMA mineral species

Caysichite-(Y)

Ca₂Y₂Si₄O₁₀(CO₃)₃ * 4H₂O

Multiple chain inosilicate mineral.

Caysichite-(Y) specimen
Caysichite-(Y).jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license)

Properties

Chemical formulaCa₂Y₂Si₄O₁₀(CO₃)₃ * 4H₂O
ElementsCa, Y, Si, O, C, H
Crystal system—
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolCay-Y
Nickel–Strunz class9.DJ.15

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Evans-Lou mine, Canada

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Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.