Hexagonite and Bustamite Physical Properties

Hexagonite

Bustamite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Partly soluble in HCl.

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.98-3.033.32-3.43

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hexagonite and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite and Bustamite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Hexagonite and Bustamite Specific Gravity

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