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Catapleiite and Crocoite Physical Properties

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
2.72
5.90-6.10
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Catapleiite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Crocoite 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 Catapleiite and Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Catapleiite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.