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Akoya pearl and Anthophyllite Physical Properties


Anthophyllite and Akoya pearl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.9-3.5   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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{110} Perfect, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
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(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Akoya pearl and Anthophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Akoya pearl and Anthophyllite 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 Akoya pearl and Anthophyllite chemical formula.

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Akoya pearl and Anthophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Akoya pearl and Anthophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Akoya pearl and Anthophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Akoya pearl is 2.9-3.5 whereas that of Anthophyllite is 2.9-3.5.

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