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Nuummite and Ulexite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.18-3.37
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on 210
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nuummite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nuummite and Ulexite 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 Nuummite and Ulexite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nuummite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nuummite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nuummite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nuummite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.