Bixbite and Ulexite Physical Properties

Bixbite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bixbite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.