Polyhalite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Polyhalite

Langbeinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Slowly dissolves in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.78Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Polyhalite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Polyhalite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Polyhalite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Polyhalite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.