Chambersite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Sylvite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.501.993

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on [100], [010], [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

72.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Chambersite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Chambersite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.