Chiastolite and Thomsonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.00-3.15
2.25-2.40
Fracture
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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
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perfect on {010}; good on {100}
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chiastolite and Thomsonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chiastolite and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chiastolite and Thomsonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.