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Polyhalite and Umbalite Physical Properties


Umbalite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78  
3.62-4.33  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Polyhalite and Umbalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite and Umbalite 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 Umbalite chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Umbalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Polyhalite and Umbalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Polyhalite and Umbalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Polyhalite is 3.62-4.33 whereas that of Umbalite is 3.62-4.33.

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