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Helenite and Thulite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Helenite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Helenite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.