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Gaylussite and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
decomposes in water
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.93-1.99
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
perfect [110]
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
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Gaylussite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
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Gaylussite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

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