Amber and Ulexite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
1.65-1.99
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
None
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
2-2.5
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Amber and Ulexite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Amber and Ulexite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.
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