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Flint and Bustamite Physical Properties


Bustamite and Flint Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Partly soluble in HCl.   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.32-3.43   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
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(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Flint and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint and Bustamite 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 Flint and Bustamite chemical formula.

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Flint and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Flint and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Flint and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Flint is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.

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