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Colemanite and Gaspite Physical Properties


Gaspite and Colemanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.40-2.42   
3.21   

Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   
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Mohs Hardness
4.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
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Colemanite and Gaspite Chemical Formula

While comparing Colemanite and Gaspite 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 Colemanite and Gaspite chemical formula.

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Colemanite and Gaspite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Colemanite and Gaspite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Colemanite and Gaspite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Colemanite is 3.21 whereas that of Gaspite is 3.21.

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