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Ettringite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partially soluble in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.77
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1.5 Fracture
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Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Ettringite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Leucophanite 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 Ettringite and Leucophanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Ettringite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ettringite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ettringite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ettringite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.