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Amblygonite and Sphalerite 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
3.95-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amblygonite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amblygonite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amblygonite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amblygonite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amblygonite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amblygonite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.

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