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Astrophyllite and Shungite Physical Properties


Shungite 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   
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Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]   
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Mohs Hardness
3   
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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 Shungite Chemical Formula

While comparing Astrophyllite and Shungite 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 Shungite chemical formula.

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Astrophyllite and Shungite Specific Gravity

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

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