Iolite and Flint Physical Properties

Iolite

Flint

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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

2.6-2.7

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1.5 Fracture

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Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

3,1

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5

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1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Iolite and Flint Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Iolite and Flint Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Flint Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Flint Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is Not Available whereas that of Flint is Not Available.