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Albite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Albite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.65  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  

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Albite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Albite and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Albite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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

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