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Hurlbutite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90   
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Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
None   
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Mohs Hardness
6   
5   

Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Hurlbutite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

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Hurlbutite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

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

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