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Hurlbutite and Marialite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90
2.50
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hurlbutite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite and Marialite 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 Hurlbutite and Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Hurlbutite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.