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Celestine and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.90-4.00
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Not Available

Celestine and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Celestine and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Celestine and Piemontite Specific Gravity

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