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Langbeinite and Pargasite 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
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3.04-3.26
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Splintery, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
{110} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Langbeinite and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Pargasite 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 Pargasite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Langbeinite and Pargasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.