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Ettringite and Pallasite 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
1.77Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
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 Pallasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Pallasite 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 Pallasite 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 Pallasite Specific Gravity

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