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Astrophyllite and Geodes Physical Properties


Geodes and Astrophyllite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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-  

Durability
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-  

Specific Gravity
3.2-3.4  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
(K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
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Astrophyllite and Geodes Chemical Formula

While comparing Astrophyllite and Geodes 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 Astrophyllite and Geodes chemical formula.

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Astrophyllite and Geodes Specific Gravity

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

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