1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.70-2.752.58-2.64
1
7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)