Hyacinth and Iolite Physical Properties

Hyacinth

Iolite

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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

3.93-4.732.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

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3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Hyacinth and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hyacinth and Iolite 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 Hyacinth and Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Hyacinth and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hyacinth and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hyacinth and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hyacinth is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.