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Sylvite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.993  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
KCl  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Sylvite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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