Corundum: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system

The properties that identify Corundum: its Mohs hardness, luster, streak colour and crystal system.

Corundum: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system
MineralMohs hardnessLusterStreakCrystal system
Corundum9 (defining mineral)Adamantine to vitreousColorlessTrigonal

Common questions

How hard is Corundum on the Mohs scale?
9 (defining mineral).
What luster does Corundum have?
Adamantine to vitreous.
What colour is the streak of Corundum?
Colorless.
What crystal system does Corundum have?
Trigonal.

Sources

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