Elaeolite and Amblygonite Physical Properties

Elaeolite

Amblygonite

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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

2.55-2.67

2.98-3.10

1.5 Fracture

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Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Elaeolite and Amblygonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite and Amblygonite 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 Elaeolite and Amblygonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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Elaeolite and Amblygonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Elaeolite and Amblygonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Elaeolite and Amblygonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Elaeolite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Amblygonite is 2.98-3.10.