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Astrophyllite and Chambersite Physical Properties


Chambersite and Astrophyllite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.2-3.4  
3.50  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3  
7  

Chemical Composition
(K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Astrophyllite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Astrophyllite and Chambersite 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 Astrophyllite and Chambersite chemical formula.

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Astrophyllite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Astrophyllite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Astrophyllite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Astrophyllite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.

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