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Arfvedsonite and Selenite Physical Properties


Selenite and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
3.3-3.5   
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Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
Perfect on [110]   
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Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2   

Chemical Composition
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2   
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Arfvedsonite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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Arfvedsonite and Selenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Arfvedsonite and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Arfvedsonite and Selenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Arfvedsonite is Not Available whereas that of Selenite is Not Available.

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