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Flint and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Chiastolite and Flint Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.00-3.15  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
None  
Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)  

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Flint and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint and Chiastolite 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 Flint and Chiastolite chemical formula.

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Flint and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Flint and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Flint and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Flint is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.

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