IMA mineral species

Nesquehonite

MgCO₃·3H₂O

Trihydrated magnesium carbonate.

White & Clear

Nesquehonite specimen
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Properties

Chemical formulaMgCO₃·3H₂O
ElementsMg, C, O, H
Crystal systemMonoclinic
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolNes
Nickel–Strunz class5.CA.05

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