Albite and Celestine Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.65
3.90-4.00
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Albite and Celestine Chemical Formula
While comparing Albite and Celestine 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 Albite and Celestine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Albite and Celestine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Albite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Albite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Albite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.