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Citrine and Colemanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.652.40-2.42
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
74.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Citrine and Colemanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine and Colemanite 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 Citrine and Colemanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Citrine and Colemanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.