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Plumbogummite and Shortite Physical Properties


Shortite and Plumbogummite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.014   
2.61   

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

Cleavage
None   
{010} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
4-5   
3   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Plumbogummite and Shortite Chemical Formula

While comparing Plumbogummite and Shortite 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 Plumbogummite and Shortite chemical formula.

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Plumbogummite and Shortite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Plumbogummite and Shortite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Plumbogummite and Shortite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Plumbogummite is 2.61 whereas that of Shortite is 2.61.

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