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Rulon Bearings

Amphibole (CaMg5Si8O22(OH)2)
Categories: Ceramic; Oxide; Silicon Oxide

Material Notes: Silicates of lime and magnesia (Tremolite)

Key Words: CaMg5Si8O22(OH)2
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Physical PropertiesMetricEnglishComments
Specific Gravity 2.90 - 3.20 g/cc2.90 - 3.20 g/cc
 
Mechanical PropertiesMetricEnglishComments
Hardness, Mohs 5.0 - 6.05.0 - 6.0
 
Descriptive Properties
CleavagePerfect on two planes 124°, but do not separate and flake like mica
ColorWhite to grey
DurabilityWeathers poorly
LusterVitreous to silky
StreakUncolored gray or brown

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