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Brucite and Bixbite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.39Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.57.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Brucite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite and Bixbite 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 Brucite and Bixbite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Brucite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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