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Chambersite and Anthophyllite Physical Properties


Anthophyllite and Chambersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.50  
2.9-3.5  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
{110} Perfect, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
7  
5.5-6  

Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Chambersite and Anthophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Anthophyllite 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 Anthophyllite chemical formula.

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Chambersite and Anthophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Anthophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Anthophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.9-3.5 whereas that of Anthophyllite is 2.9-3.5.

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