Ivory and Marialite Physical Properties

Ivory

Marialite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

1.70-2.002.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {100} and {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2-35.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ivory and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ivory and Marialite 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 Ivory and Marialite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Ivory and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ivory and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ivory and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ivory is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.