Chambersite and Iolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.50
  
2.6-2.7
  
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
  
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Cleavage
None
  
3,1
  
Mohs Hardness
7
  
7-7.5
  
Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Mg2Al4Si5O18
  
Chambersite and Iolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chambersite and Iolite 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 Chambersite and Iolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
Chambersite and Iolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.