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Binghamite and Alunite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-
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2.55-2.70
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None
6.5-7
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
 
Brittle
Soluble
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2.6-2.9
Conchoidal, Uneven
On {0001}, perfect
3.5-4
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6

Binghamite and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite and Alunite 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 Binghamite and Alunite chemical formula.

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Binghamite and Alunite Specific Gravity

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