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Hodgkinsonite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite and Hodgkinsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.06-4.08   
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Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
{???} Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
5   

Chemical Composition
Mn2+ Zn 2SiO 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
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Hodgkinsonite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hodgkinsonite 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 Hodgkinsonite and Pietersite chemical formula.

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Hodgkinsonite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

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

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