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Epidote
Mineral Properties and Uses
Physical Properties of Epidote |
| Uses |
semiprecious gem |
| Color |
pistachio green to yellowish green to black |
| Streak |
colorless |
| Luster |
vitreous |
| Diaphaneity |
transparent to translucent |
| Cleavage |
perfect |
| Mohs Hardness |
6 - 7 |
| Specific Gravity |
3.3 - 3.5 |
| Distinguishing Characteristics |
color, cleavage |
| Crystal System |
monoclinic |
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| Epidote from Rockbridge County, Virginia. This specimen is approximately 4 inches (10 centimeters) across. |
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