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Montebrasite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Montebrasite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Montebrasite and Langbeinite 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 Montebrasite and Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Montebrasite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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