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Microlite 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
5.5
2.90
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Microlite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Microlite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

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