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Biotite and Beudantite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3
4.48
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}
distinct; good on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0
3.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Biotite and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite and Beudantite 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 Biotite and Beudantite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
  • Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Biotite and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Biotite and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Biotite and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Biotite is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.

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