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Polyhalite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78
2.90
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Polyhalite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite and Hurlbutite 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 Polyhalite and Hurlbutite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Polyhalite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Polyhalite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Polyhalite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Polyhalite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.