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Bertrandite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Bertrandite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.59-2.60   
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Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct   
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Mohs Hardness
6-7   
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Chemical Composition
Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
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Bertrandite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Bertrandite and Idocrase 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 Bertrandite and Idocrase chemical formula.

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Bertrandite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bertrandite and Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bertrandite and Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bertrandite is Not Available whereas that of Idocrase is Not Available.

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