Amber and Marialite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
2.50
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
None
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Amber and Marialite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Amber and Marialite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.
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