Simpsonite and Bort Physical Properties

Simpsonite

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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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1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

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1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Simpsonite and Bort Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Bort 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 Simpsonite and Bort chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Simpsonite and Bort Specific Gravity

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