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Mimetite and Beudantite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
7.104.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
distinct; good on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.53.5-4.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Mimetite and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite and Beudantite 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 Mimetite and Beudantite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Mimetite and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mimetite and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mimetite and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mimetite is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.