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Catapleiite and Marialite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
2.50
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Catapleiite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Catapleiite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.