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Langbeinite
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Langbeinite and Kornerupine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available3.25-3.45
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-46.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Langbeinite and Kornerupine Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Kornerupine 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 Kornerupine chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Kornerupine- Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Langbeinite and Kornerupine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.