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Polyhalite and Leucophanite Physical Properties


Leucophanite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle   
Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}   
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
3.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Polyhalite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

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

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