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Inderite and Blue John Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.79
3.00-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Inderite and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite and Blue John 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 Inderite and Blue John chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Inderite and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Inderite and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Inderite and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Inderite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.