Asbecasite

General Information:
 Chemical Formula:
Ca3(Ti,Fe,Sn)(Be,B,Al)2(As+++,Sb+++)3O6(SiO4)2
 IMA Status:
Approved IMA 1966
 Name Origin:
The name origin for Asbecasite is the main elements: As,Be,Ca,Si.
Physical Properties:
 Cleavage:
[???] Good
 Color:
lemon or brownish.
 Density:
3.7
 Diaphaniety:
Transparent
 Hardness:
6.5-7 - Pyrite-Quartz
 Luster:
Vitreous (Glassy)
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