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Amber and Brazilianite Physical Properties


Brazilianite and Amber Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10   
2.98-2.99   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Gems   

Cleavage
None   
(010) Distinct to good   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]   
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Amber and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Brazilianite 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 Amber and Brazilianite chemical formula.

Amber and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.

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