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Chiastolite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.00-3.15   
1.993   

Fracture
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Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)   
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Chiastolite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Chiastolite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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