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Bustamite and Cinnabar Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Slightly sectile
1.2 Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
2
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Bustamite and Cinnabar Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Cinnabar 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 Cinnabar chemical formula.

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

Bustamite and Cinnabar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Cinnabar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Cinnabar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is 2 whereas that of Cinnabar is 2.