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Serandite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Serandite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.52   
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Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
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Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {001} Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
Na(Mn2+ ,Ca) 2Si 3O 8(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Serandite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Serandite and Bixbite 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 Serandite and Bixbite chemical formula.

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Serandite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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