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Binghamite and Bowenite Physical Properties


Bowenite 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   
2.58-2.80   

Fracture
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Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Binghamite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

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Binghamite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Binghamite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Binghamite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Binghamite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.

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