Idocrase and Thulite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.1
  
Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
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Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
Mohs Hardness
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6-7
  
Chemical Composition
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Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
Idocrase and Thulite Chemical Formula
While comparing Idocrase and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Idocrase and Thulite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.