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Chambersite and Alunite Physical Properties


Alunite and Chambersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.50  
2.6-2.9  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
On {0001}, perfect  

Mohs Hardness
7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6  

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Chambersite and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Alunite 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 Chambersite and Alunite chemical formula.

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Chambersite and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.

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