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Bustamite and Ametrine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.432.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-67
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Bustamite and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Ametrine 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 Ametrine chemical formula.

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

Bustamite and Ametrine Specific Gravity

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