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Langbeinite and Nickeline Physical Properties


Nickeline and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
None   
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Langbeinite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

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Langbeinite and Nickeline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Nickeline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Nickeline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is Not Available whereas that of Nickeline is Not Available.

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