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Chlorastrolite and Nosean Physical Properties


Nosean and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1-3.5   
2.30-2.40   

Fracture
Granular   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Chlorastrolite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Nosean 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 Chlorastrolite and Nosean chemical formula.

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Chlorastrolite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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