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Charlesite and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Chiastolite and Charlesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
1.79   
3.00-3.15   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Brittle, Metallic   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Perfect on {10bar10}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)   

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Charlesite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Charlesite and Chiastolite 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 Charlesite and Chiastolite chemical formula.

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Charlesite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Charlesite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Charlesite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Charlesite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.

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