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Bastnsite and Tektite Physical Properties


Tektite and Bastnsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.78-5.20  
2.34-2.51  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
4-4.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CeFCO3  
SiO2, Al2O3, FeO, MgO, CaO, K2O, Na2O  

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Bastnsite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Tektite 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 Bastnsite and Tektite chemical formula.

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Bastnsite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.

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