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Chondrodite and Tektite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.10-3.20
2.34-2.51
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Poor to good on (001)
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Chondrodite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chondrodite and Tektite 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 Chondrodite and Tektite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chondrodite- (Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Chondrodite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chondrodite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chondrodite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chondrodite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.