Bustamite and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Bustamite

Sphalerite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Partly soluble in HCl.

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.32-3.433.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Bustamite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Bustamite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.