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Natrolite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Natrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Natrolite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Natrolite 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 Natrolite and Bixbite chemical formula.

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Natrolite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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