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Lapis lazuli
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Lapis lazuli and Hureaulite 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
2.50-3.003.19
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven-Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,6
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.53.5
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
Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Lapis lazuli and Hureaulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lapis lazuli and Hureaulite 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 Hureaulite 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 Hureaulite- Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Lapis lazuli and Hureaulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lapis lazuli and Hureaulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lapis lazuli and Hureaulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lapis lazuli is 3.19 whereas that of Hureaulite is 3.19.