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Pezzotaite and Bustamite Physical Properties


Bustamite and Pezzotaite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Partly soluble in HCl.   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.32-3.43   

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

Cleavage
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{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

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

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Pezzotaite and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pezzotaite 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 Pezzotaite and Bustamite chemical formula.

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Pezzotaite and Bustamite Specific Gravity

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

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