Iolite and Shortite Physical Properties

Iolite

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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

2.6-2.72.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

3,1

{010} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Iolite and Shortite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Shortite 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 Shortite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Iolite and Shortite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Shortite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Shortite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 2.61 whereas that of Shortite is 2.61.