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Colemanite and Rock Crystal 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
2.40-2.42
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Colemanite and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Colemanite and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Colemanite and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Colemanite and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Colemanite and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Colemanite is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.