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Hiddenite and Gypsum Physical Properties


Gypsum and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Flexible   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21   
2.20-2.40   

Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic   
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
2   

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6   
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Hiddenite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite and Gypsum 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 Hiddenite and Gypsum chemical formula.

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Hiddenite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hiddenite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hiddenite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hiddenite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.

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