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Piemontite and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Sectile   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.39   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery   
Irregular   

Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Piemontite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite and Brucite 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 Piemontite and Brucite chemical formula.

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Piemontite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Piemontite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Piemontite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Piemontite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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