Name
Sphalerite
Luster
Nonmetallic
Resinous
Hardness
3.5 - 4
> Fingernail but < Glass
Cleavage
Yes
6 perfect cleavages
Streak
Pale Yellow
Color
Yellow Brown to Black
Miscellaneous
Powdered streak smells like rotten egg
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