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Idocrase and Amazonite Physical Properties


Amazonite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.55-2.57  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  
KAlSi3O8  

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Idocrase and Amazonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Amazonite 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 Idocrase and Amazonite chemical formula.

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Idocrase and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.

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