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Iddingsite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Iddingsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
Not Available   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{???} Perfect   
None   

Mohs Hardness
3   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

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Iddingsite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite and Chrysoprase 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 Iddingsite and Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Iddingsite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iddingsite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iddingsite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iddingsite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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