Chambersite and Bertrandite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Bertrandite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.502.59-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

None

{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

76-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Chambersite and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Chambersite and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.