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Hercynite and Pietersite Physical Properties

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
4.39Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Hercynite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hercynite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hercynite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hercynite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hercynite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.