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Gaylussite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
decomposes in water
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.93-1.992.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
perfect [110]
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.56
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gaylussite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gaylussite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

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