Nickeline and Beudantite Physical Properties

Nickeline

Beudantite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available4.48

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect

distinct; good on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.53.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Nickeline and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nickeline 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 Nickeline and Beudantite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

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Nickeline and Beudantite Specific Gravity

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