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Mooraboolite

Colour:WhiteLustre:Silky
Name:Named after the locality
A variety of Natrolite

A variety of natrolite with a higher K-content than the latter; described by Spencer (1903).
Originally reported from Moorabool River, Maude, Victoria, Australia.

Classification of Mooraboolite

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Physical Properties of Mooraboolite

Lustre:Silky
Colour:White
Streak:White

Other Names for Mooraboolite

Other Languages:
German:Mooraboolit
Spanish:Mooraboolita

Other Information

Health Warning:No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.

References for Mooraboolite

Reference List:Spencer (1903): Mineral. Mag. 13, 373

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    Localities for Mooraboolite

    (TL) indicates type locality. ? indicates mineral may be doubtful at this locality. All other localities listed without reference should be considered as uncertain and unproven until references can be found.
    Australia
     
    • Victoria
      • Maude
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