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Rhodolite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
2.90
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
none, may show indistinct parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodolite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite and Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodolite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

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