Jacinth and Lazulite Physical Properties

Jacinth

Lazulite

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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

Not Available3.04-3.17

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

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{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Jacinth and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jacinth and Lazulite 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 Jacinth and Lazulite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

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Jacinth and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jacinth and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jacinth and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jacinth is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.