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Inderite and Strontianite 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
3.63-3.79
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Inderite and Strontianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite and Strontianite 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 Strontianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Inderite and Strontianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Inderite and Strontianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Inderite and Strontianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Inderite is 3.63-3.79 whereas that of Strontianite is 3.63-3.79.