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Beudantite and Bytownite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.48
2.72-2.75
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
distinct; good on {0001}
Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Beudantite and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite and Bytownite 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 Beudantite and Bytownite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
  • Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Beudantite and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beudantite and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beudantite and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beudantite is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.