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Jet and Meionite Physical Properties

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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
1.19-1.35
2.78
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-4
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
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3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Jet and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet and Meionite 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 Jet and Meionite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Jet and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jet and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jet and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jet is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.