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Iolite and Ulexite Physical Properties


Ulexite 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   
1.65-1.99   

Fracture
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UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
3,1   
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18   
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Iolite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

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Iolite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.

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