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Chambersite
Chambersite

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Chambersite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

-
Soluble

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.502.78
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Conchoidal

Cleavage

None
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}

Mohs Hardness

73.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Chambersite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Chambersite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.