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Iolite and Nosean Physical Properties


Nosean 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   
2.30-2.40   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
3,1   
{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18   
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Iolite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

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Iolite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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