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Chiastolite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.00-3.15   
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Fracture
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
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Chemical Composition
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Chiastolite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Pietersite 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 Chiastolite and Pietersite chemical formula.

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Chiastolite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

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

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