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Arfvedsonite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.3-3.5  
2.78  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on [110]  
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2  
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  

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Arfvedsonite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite and Polyhalite 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 Arfvedsonite and Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Arfvedsonite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Arfvedsonite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Arfvedsonite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Arfvedsonite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.

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