Chambersite and Purpurite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Purpurite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.503.2-3.4

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

[100] [001] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

74-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Chambersite and Purpurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Purpurite 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 Purpurite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Purpurite- MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Chambersite and Purpurite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Purpurite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Purpurite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 3.2-3.4 whereas that of Purpurite is 3.2-3.4.