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Bustamite and Amazonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
2.55-2.57
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KAlSi3O8

Bustamite and Amazonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Amazonite 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 Bustamite and Amazonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi3O8

Bustamite and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.

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