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Leucophanite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.90
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Leucophanite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite and Hurlbutite 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 Leucophanite and Hurlbutite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Leucophanite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucophanite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucophanite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucophanite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.