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Nekoite
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Nekoite is a triclinic, white silicate mineral consisting of calcium, silicon, oxygen and water. Its discovery was first published in 1956.[2][3]
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Etymology
Its name derives from reversing "Oken" from Okenite (named after the German naturalist Lorenz Oken), which it was originally mistaken for due to their similar appearances.[3][2]
Properties
This translucent crystal is described as having a pearl white color. It is also said to have a vitreous (glass-like) lustre.[3]
Location
Nekoite is a very rare mineral, but has been found in Landsman Camp in Arizona; Crestmore Crestmore Heights in California; Koch-Bulach in Uzbekistan; and Caxias do Sul in Brazil.[3][4]
Media appearances
It is featured in Stardew Valley as a minor item obtained from geodes.
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