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Inderite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Inderite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.79   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
Uneven   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
None   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

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Inderite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Inderite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Inderite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Inderite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Inderite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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