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Bustamite and Goldstone Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.432.50-2.80
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-66
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Au

Bustamite and Goldstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Goldstone 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 Goldstone chemical formula.

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

Bustamite and Goldstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Goldstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Goldstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Goldstone is 2.50-2.80.