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Biotite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Biotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Even  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Biotite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Biotite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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