Chambersite and Xonotlite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Xonotlite

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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

3.502.71-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Difficult, Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

None

{???} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chambersite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Xonotlite- Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Chambersite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.