Dallasite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

Dallasite

Hurlbutite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.912.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-76

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Dallasite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dallasite and Hurlbutite 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 Dallasite and Hurlbutite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Dallasite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dallasite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dallasite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dallasite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.