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Amber and Lazulite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
3.04-3.17
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
None
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Amber and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Amber and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.