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Beudantite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Beudantite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.48  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
-  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
distinct; good on {0001}  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Beudantite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Beudantite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beudantite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beudantite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beudantite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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