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Holmquistite and Chambersite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.95-3.133.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{210} Perfect
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-67
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Holmquistite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Holmquistite and Chambersite 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 Holmquistite and Chambersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Holmquistite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Holmquistite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Holmquistite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Holmquistite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.