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Catapleiite and Pietersite 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
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1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Catapleiite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Catapleiite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.