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Amblygonite and Rock Crystal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Amblygonite and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Amblygonite and Rock Crystal 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 Amblygonite and Rock Crystal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Amblygonite and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amblygonite and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amblygonite and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amblygonite is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.

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