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Ametrine and Bustamite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Partly soluble in HCl.
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ametrine and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Bustamite 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 Ametrine and Bustamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ametrine and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.