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Angelite and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Angelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.60-2.65  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
CaSO4·2H2O  
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Angelite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Angelite and Albite 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 Angelite and Albite chemical formula.

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Angelite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Angelite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Angelite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Angelite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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