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Langbeinite
Langbeinite

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Langbeinite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Slowly dissolves in water
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Durability

-
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Specific Gravity

-99992.98-3.03
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

None
[110] perfect; [010] distinct

Mohs Hardness

3.5-45-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

K2Mg2(SO4)3
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Langbeinite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Langbeinite- K2Mg2(SO4)3
  • Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Langbeinite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.