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Rossmanite

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Rossmanite and Selenite 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
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Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Rossmanite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rossmanite and Selenite 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 Rossmanite and Selenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rossmanite- ◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Rossmanite and Selenite Specific Gravity

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