Bustamite and Opal Ethiopia Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.5-6.5
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Bustamite and Opal Ethiopia Chemical Formula
While comparing Bustamite and Opal Ethiopia 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 Opal Ethiopia chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Bustamite and Opal Ethiopia Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Opal Ethiopia Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Opal Ethiopia Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is Not Available whereas that of Opal Ethiopia is Not Available.