Simpsonite and Sulphur Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Sulphur

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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

Not Available2.05-2.08

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.

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Simpsonite and Sulphur Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Sulphur 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 Sulphur chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Simpsonite and Sulphur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.