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Chiastolite and Thulite Physical Properties


Thulite and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.00-3.15  
3.1  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indistinct  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Chiastolite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

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Chiastolite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.

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