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Bustamite and Sulfur Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
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1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
(e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Bustamite and Sulfur Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Sulfur 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 Sulfur chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Sulfur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Sulfur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is Not Available whereas that of Sulfur is Not Available.