Citrine and Papagoite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.65
  
3.25
  
Fracture
ConchoidalMichael OâDonoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Brittle, Metallic
  
Cleavage
Indiscernible
  
Imperfect in one direction
  
Mohs Hardness
7
  
5-5.5
  
Chemical Composition
SiO2
  
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Citrine and Papagoite Chemical Formula
While comparing Citrine and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Citrine and Papagoite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.