Hornblende: hardness, streak, luster and crystal system
The properties that identify Hornblende: its Mohs hardness, luster, streak colour and crystal system.
| Mineral | Mohs hardness | Luster | Streak | Crystal system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornblende | 5–6 | Vitreous to dull | Pale gray, gray-white, white, colorless | Monoclinic |
Common questions
- How hard is Hornblende on the Mohs scale?
- 5–6.
- What luster does Hornblende have?
- Vitreous to dull.
- What colour is the streak of Hornblende?
- Pale gray, gray-white, white, colorless.
- What crystal system does Hornblende have?
- Monoclinic.
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