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Brucite and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.39
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Irregular
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Brucite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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

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