Ulexite and Bixbite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.65-1.99
  
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Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
  
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Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
  
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Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
  
7.5
  
Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
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Ulexite and Bixbite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ulexite and Bixbite 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 Ulexite and Bixbite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Ulexite and Bixbite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ulexite and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ulexite and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ulexite is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.