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Amber and Bastnasite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
4.95-5.0
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Imperfect to indistinct on {10 1 0}, parting on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
4-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
(Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Bastnasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Bastnasite 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 Amber and Bastnasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Bastnasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Bastnasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Bastnasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 4.95-5.0 whereas that of Bastnasite is 4.95-5.0.