IMA mineral species

Laurentianite

[NbO(H₂O)]₃(Si₂O₇)₂[Na(H₂O)₂]₃

Hydrous silicate mineral.

Properties

Chemical formula[NbO(H₂O)]₃(Si₂O₇)₂[Na(H₂O)₂]₃
ElementsNb, O, H, Si, Na
Crystal systemTrigonal
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolLre

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🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Poudrette quarry, Canada

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