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Sylvite and Bustamite Physical Properties


Bustamite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Partly soluble in HCl.   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.993   
3.32-3.43   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Sylvite and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Bustamite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Bustamite Specific Gravity

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

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