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Idocrase and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
-  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Idocrase and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Idocrase and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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