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Hurlbutite and Sanidine 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
2.90
2.54-2.61
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
None
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hurlbutite and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hurlbutite and Sanidine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Sanidine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Sanidine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Sanidine is 2.54-2.61.