Iolite and Tinzenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.6-2.7
3.355-3.433
Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Cleavage
3,1
{???} Good, {???} Good
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
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Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Iolite and Tinzenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Iolite and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
- Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Iolite and Tinzenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.