Cancrinite and Hematite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.42-2.52
5.00-5.30
Fracture
Irregular/uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}, poor on {0001}
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
Na 2Ca 2Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Cancrinite and Hematite Chemical Formula
While comparing Cancrinite and Hematite 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 Cancrinite and Hematite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Cancrinite- Na 2Ca 2Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Cancrinite and Hematite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cancrinite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cancrinite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cancrinite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.