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Binghamite and Selenite Physical Properties


Selenite 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   
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Fracture
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
2   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
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Binghamite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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Binghamite and Selenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Binghamite and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Binghamite and Selenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Binghamite is Not Available whereas that of Selenite is Not Available.

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