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Catapleiite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
2.48
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Catapleiite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Catapleiite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.