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Idocrase and Bowenite Physical Properties


Bowenite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.58-2.80  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Irregular  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Idocrase and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

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Idocrase and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.

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