Celestine and Albite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.90-4.00
2.60-2.65
Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Celestine and Albite Chemical Formula
While comparing Celestine and Albite 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 Celestine and Albite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Celestine and Albite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Celestine and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Celestine and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Celestine is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.