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Periclase and Bustamite Physical Properties


Bustamite and Periclase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Partly soluble in HCl.   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9   
3.32-3.43   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}   
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Periclase and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Bustamite 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 Periclase and Bustamite chemical formula.

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Periclase and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.

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