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Euclase and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.08-3.12
1.93-1.99
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Euclase and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Euclase and Gaylussite 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 Euclase and Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Euclase and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Euclase and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Euclase and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Euclase is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.