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Idocrase and Wernerite Physical Properties


Wernerite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.50-2.80  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Idocrase and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

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Idocrase and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.

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