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Amethyst and Wardite 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
2.81
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amethyst and Wardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amethyst and Wardite 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 Wardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amethyst and Wardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amethyst and Wardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amethyst and Wardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amethyst is 2.81 whereas that of Wardite is 2.81.

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