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Beudantite and Iolite Physical Properties


Iolite and Beudantite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.48   
2.6-2.7   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   
Not Available   

Cleavage
distinct; good on {0001}   
3,1   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6   
Mg2Al4Si5O18   

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Beudantite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite and Iolite 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 Beudantite and Iolite chemical formula.

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Beudantite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beudantite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beudantite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beudantite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.

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