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Hurlbutite and Willemite 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
3.89-4.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hurlbutite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hurlbutite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.