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Langbeinite and Blue John Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available3.00-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Langbeinite and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Blue John 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 Langbeinite and Blue John chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Langbeinite and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.