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Gaylussite
Gaylussite

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Gaylussite and Selenite 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
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.93-1.99Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
perfect [110]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.52
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
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Gaylussite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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

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