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Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.00-3.15
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Indistinct
5-5.5
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
 
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2.65
ConchoidalWalter Schumann
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7
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.

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Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite Vs Rock Crystal during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is whereas that of Rock Crystal is .