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Hiddenite and Nosean 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
3.15-3.21
2.30-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
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1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Hiddenite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Hiddenite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hiddenite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hiddenite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hiddenite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.