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Sulphur and Bustamite Physical Properties


Bustamite and Sulphur Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Partly soluble in HCl.   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.05-2.08   
3.32-3.43   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Sulphur and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur and Bustamite 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 Sulphur and Bustamite chemical formula.

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Sulphur and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sulphur and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sulphur and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sulphur is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.

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