Iolite and Bustamite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Partly soluble in HCl.
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
3.32-3.43
Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
3,1
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Iolite and Bustamite Chemical Formula
While comparing Iolite and Bustamite 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 Iolite and Bustamite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
- Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Iolite and Bustamite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.