Bustamite and Fluorite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
3.00-3.25
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaF2
Bustamite and Fluorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Bustamite and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2
Bustamite and Fluorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.