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Austinite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Austinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Easily soluble in cold dilute HCl  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.12  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Good in two directions parallel to the prism faces {110}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
4-4.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CaZn(AsO4)(OH)  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Austinite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Austinite 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 Austinite and Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Austinite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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