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Hiddenite and Proustite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.215.51-5.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Distinct on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-72.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hiddenite and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite and Proustite 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 Proustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hiddenite and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hiddenite and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hiddenite and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hiddenite is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.