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Gaylussite and Starlite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
decomposes in water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.93-1.993.91-4.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
perfect [110]
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.56.5-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gaylussite and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite and Starlite 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 Gaylussite and Starlite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gaylussite and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gaylussite and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gaylussite and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gaylussite is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.