Hercynite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

Hercynite

Lawsonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.393.09

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven

White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct

Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-88

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Hercynite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hercynite and Lawsonite 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 Hercynite and Lawsonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hercynite- Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Hercynite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hercynite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hercynite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hercynite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.