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Amethyst and Nosean Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble in common solvents
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
2.30-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
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1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Amethyst and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Amethyst and Nosean 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 Amethyst and Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Amethyst and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amethyst and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amethyst and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amethyst is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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