Esperite and Afghanite Physical Properties

Esperite

Afghanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.28-4.42

2.55-2.65

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]

Perfect {10 1 0}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.5

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

(Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Esperite and Afghanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite and Afghanite 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 Esperite and Afghanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Esperite and Afghanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Esperite and Afghanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Esperite and Afghanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Esperite is 2.55-2.65 whereas that of Afghanite is 2.55-2.65.