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Bustamite and Amethyst Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
2.65
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Bustamite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Bustamite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.

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