Chambersite and Bytownite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Bytownite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.502.72-2.75

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on [001], good on [010], imperfect on [110]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chambersite and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Bytownite 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 Bytownite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Chambersite and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.