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Celestine and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Celestine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.90-4.00  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  

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Celestine and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Celestine and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Celestine and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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

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