Indicolite and Marialite Physical Properties

Indicolite

Marialite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Distinct on {100} and {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Indicolite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Indicolite and Marialite 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 Indicolite and Marialite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Indicolite and Marialite Specific Gravity

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