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cubic

Fluorite

CaF2

Quick Facts

Hardness
4
Specific Gravity
3.18
Refractive Index
1.434

Crystal Structure

cubic[m3m]:{100}
cubic
m3m
{100}

Physical Properties

Crystal Systemcubic
Hardness (Mohs)4
Specific Gravity3.18
CleavagePerfect octahedral {111}
FractureSubconchoidal to uneven
LustreVitreous

Optical Properties

Refractive Index1.434
PleochroismNone
Dispersion0.007