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Binghamite and Blue John Physical Properties


Blue John and Binghamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
3.00-3.25   

Fracture
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
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Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Binghamite and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite and Blue John 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 Blue John chemical formula.

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Binghamite and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Binghamite and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Binghamite and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Binghamite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.

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