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Langbeinite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
1.993  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
K2Mg2(SO4)3  
KCl  

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Langbeinite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Langbeinite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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