Narsarsukite and Bixbite Physical Properties

Narsarsukite

Bixbite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.72-2.83Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Good on {100} and {110}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-77.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Narsarsukite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Narsarsukite and Bixbite 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 Narsarsukite and Bixbite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Narsarsukite- Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Narsarsukite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Narsarsukite and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Narsarsukite and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Narsarsukite is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.