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Larimar and Proustite Physical Properties

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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
2.74-2.905.51-5.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Distinct on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Larimar and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larimar and Proustite 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 Larimar and Proustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Larimar and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larimar and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larimar and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larimar is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.