Brucite and Flint Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Sectile
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
2.39
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Fracture
Irregular
Uneven
Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
2.5
Not Available
Chemical Composition
Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Brucite and Flint Chemical Formula
While comparing Brucite and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) >
Brucite and Flint Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brucite and Flint Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brucite and Flint Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brucite is Not Available whereas that of Flint is Not Available.
