Thulite and Hambergite Physical Properties

Thulite

Hambergite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.12.33-2.37

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

Perfect on {010}, good on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-77.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Thulite and Hambergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Hambergite 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 Thulite and Hambergite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Thulite and Hambergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.