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Alunite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Alunite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Soluble   
Slowly dissolves in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.6-2.9   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
On {0001}, perfect   
None   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6   
Not Available   

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Alunite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Langbeinite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Alunite and Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Alunite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.

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