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    Enumeration FractureType

    Non-planar breakage pattern of a mineral when stressed.

    Index

    Enumeration Members

    CONCHOIDAL: "conchoidal"

    Smooth, shell-like curved surface (e.g., Obsidian).

    EARTHY: "earthy"

    Crumbles easily like soil or clay.

    FIBROUS: "fibrous"

    Splintery or thread-like breakage.

    HACKLY: "hackly"

    Jagged, sharp-edged surface (typical of native metals).

    SMOOTH: "smooth"

    Relatively flat but not a cleavage plane.

    SPLINTERY: "splintery"

    Sharp, pointed splinters.

    UNEVEN: "uneven"

    Rough or irregular breakage.