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Bustamite and Canadian Ammolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
Not Available
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
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
4-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pt

Bustamite and Canadian Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Canadian Ammolite 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 Canadian Ammolite chemical formula.

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

Bustamite and Canadian Ammolite Specific Gravity

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