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Charlesite and Chrome-Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chrome-Chalcedony and Charlesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.79   
2.55-2.70   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
Perfect on {10bar10}   
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Mohs Hardness
2.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)   
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Charlesite and Chrome-Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Charlesite and Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Charlesite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Charlesite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Charlesite and Chrome-Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Charlesite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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