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Iolite and Chambersite Physical Properties


Chambersite and Iolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7  
3.50  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
3,1  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
7  

Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18  
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Iolite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Chambersite 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 Iolite and Chambersite chemical formula.

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Iolite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.

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