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Analcime and Chrome-Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chrome-Chalcedony and Analcime Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.24-2.29   
2.55-2.70   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
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Cleavage
Very poor [100]   
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Analcime and Chrome-Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Analcime and Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Analcime and Chrome-Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Analcime and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Analcime and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Analcime and Chrome-Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Analcime is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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