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Iolite and Lazulite Physical Properties


Lazulite and Iolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7   
3.04-3.17   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
3,1   
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18   
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references   

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Iolite and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

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Iolite and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.

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