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Bixbite and Marialite Physical Properties


Marialite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
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2.50   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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Distinct on {100} and {110}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Bixbite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Marialite 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 Bixbite and Marialite chemical formula.

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Bixbite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.

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