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Lapis lazuli and Chiastolite Physical Properties

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
2.50-3.003.00-3.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven-Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
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1.6 Cleavage
3,6
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
The chief constituent Lapis Lazuli is Lazurite, with the following chemical formula: (Na,Ca)8Al6Si6O24(S,SO)4
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Lapis lazuli and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lapis lazuli and Chiastolite 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 Lapis lazuli and Chiastolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Lapis lazuli- The chief constituent Lapis Lazuli is Lazurite, with the following chemical formula: (Na,Ca)8Al6Si6O24(S,SO)4
  • Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Lapis lazuli and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lapis lazuli and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lapis lazuli and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lapis lazuli is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.