Shortite and Brucite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Sectile

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.612.39

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

Irregular

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

Perfect on {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

32.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Shortite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite and Brucite 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 Shortite and Brucite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Shortite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shortite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shortite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shortite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.