Uvite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Uvite

Langbeinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Slowly dissolves in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.97-3.14Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{1011} Indistinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Not Available

Uvite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Langbeinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Uvite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.