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Charlesite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Charlesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Slowly dissolves in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.79   
Not Available   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Brittle, Metallic   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect on {10bar10}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)   
Not Available   

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Charlesite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Charlesite and Langbeinite 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 Charlesite and Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Charlesite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Charlesite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Charlesite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Charlesite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.

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