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Helenite and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Helenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.60-2.65   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Helenite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite and Albite 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 Helenite and Albite chemical formula.

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Helenite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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