Indicolite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Indicolite

Polyhalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Indicolite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Indicolite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Indicolite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Indicolite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Indicolite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Indicolite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.