Colemanite and Marble Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.40-2.42
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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
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Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Colemanite and Marble Chemical Formula
While comparing Colemanite and Marble 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 Marble chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Colemanite and Marble Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Colemanite and Marble Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Colemanite and Marble Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Colemanite is Not Available whereas that of Marble is Not Available.