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Xonotlite and Beudantite Physical Properties


Beudantite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
4.48  

Fracture
Fibrous  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
distinct; good on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5-4.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6  

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Xonotlite and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite and Beudantite 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 Xonotlite and Beudantite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Xonotlite and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Xonotlite and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Xonotlite is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.

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